To be on electoral roll, to vote is a sentimental right, says Supreme Court
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चर्चा में क्यों
The Supreme Court observed that the right to vote is a 'sentimental right' while addressing the backlog of over 34 lakh appeals from West Bengal voters excluded from electoral rolls due to 'logical discrepancies'.
पृष्ठभूमि
The Supreme Court highlighted that over 34 lakh appeals are pending before various Appellate Tribunals regarding voter exclusion in West Bengal. These hearings are scheduled to take place ten days before the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections.
प्रीलिम्स के लिए तथ्य
- तथ्यOver 34 lakh appeals are pending before Appellate Tribunals regarding West Bengal electoral roll exclusions.
- स्थानThe electoral roll discrepancies and pending appeals are specifically noted in West Bengal.
- संस्थाAppellate Tribunals are the bodies currently hearing the voter exclusion appeals.
मेन्स के लिए
Q. Examine the constitutional significance of the right to vote as a 'sentimental right' and discuss measures to ensure inclusive and timely electoral roll management.
उत्तर के आयाम
- Administrative bottleneck: Massive backlog of 34 lakh appeals highlights systemic delays in grievance redressal before elections.
- Procedural fairness: Balancing 'logical discrepancies' in data with the fundamental right to participate in the democratic process.
कीवर्ड: Constitutional morality · Universal Adult Franchise · Electoral Integrity · Right to Vote · Administrative Efficiency
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