Consolidated voters’ list of 12 States and UTs that underwent SIR Phase II trimmed by 10.2%
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Why in news
The Election Commission of India announced the results of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Phase II, which resulted in a 10.2% reduction in the consolidated voters' list across 12 States and UTs.
Background
The revision identified 67 lakh deceased voters and 1.28 crore duplicate voters for removal. Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest net deletion of 2.04 crore voters, while West Bengal saw 83.86 lakh deletions.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe consolidated electoral rolls across the 12 regions saw a reduction of 10.2%.
- FactThe number of active voters across the 12 regions was brought down to 45.81 crore.
- FactUttar Pradesh recorded the highest net deletion of 2.04 crore voters.
- FactThe revision identified 67 lakh deceased voters and 1.28 crore duplicate voters for removal.
- BodyThe Election Commission of India (ECI) is the body responsible for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of 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 electoral fraud by identifying and removing deceased and duplicate entries
- Administrative efficiency: Streamlining voter management through Special Intensive Revision (SIR) protocols
- Inclusivity vs Accuracy: Balancing the removal of ineligible voters with the right to suffrage
Keywords: Electoral Roll · Special Intensive Revision · Democracy · Data Integrity · Election Commission of India
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