After SIR exercise, Rajasthan publishes final electoral roll with 5.15 crore voters
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Why in news
The Election Commission of India published the final electoral roll for Rajasthan after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise to ensure an accurate voter list.
Background
The final electoral roll for Rajasthan contains 5,15,19,929 registered voters. The revision process resulted in the removal of 31.36 lakh names due to death, permanent shifting, absence, or duplication.
Facts for Prelims
- FactRajasthan final electoral roll: 5,15,19,929 registered voters
- FactNumber of voters removed from Rajasthan roll: 31.36 lakh
- BodyElection Commission of India (ECI) is the body responsible for publishing and updating electoral rolls
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of periodic electoral roll revisions in ensuring the integrity of the democratic process in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Mitigating risks of 'ghost voters' and duplicate entries to prevent electoral fraud
- Inclusivity: Addressing gender ratio improvements and youth representation in the democratic franchise
Keywords: Electoral Roll · Special Intensive Revision · Democratic Franchise · Voter Turnout · Data Integrity
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