More women deleted from rolls in most States after SIR
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Elections, ECI & electoral reforms· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Election Commission of India's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has led to a decline in the gender ratio of women voters in several states including Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
Background
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is currently underway in 12 states and Union Territories to update electoral rolls. The process has resulted in a significant reduction in total voter numbers across various regions.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyElection Commission of India (ECI) is the body responsible for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls
- FactSIR has led to a decline in the gender ratio of women voters in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh
- FactPuducherry is one of the states that saw an increase in the gender ratio of women voters during the revision
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in maintaining inclusive and accurate electoral rolls in India and suggest measures to ensure equitable representation of women voters.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Risk of disenfranchisement during intensive roll cleaning processes
- Gender disparity: Structural barriers leading to lower female registration in specific states
- Administrative bottleneck: Delays in finalizing electoral rolls in large states like Uttar Pradesh
Keywords: Electoral Roll · Gender Ratio · Disenfranchisement · Special Intensive Revision · Inclusive Representation
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