Rajya Sabha Passes Births Deaths Amendment Bill Amid Protests

Why in news

The Rajya Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, to tighten registration rules and prevent electoral fraud.

Background

The bill mandates a judicial magistrate's order for registrations delayed over two years, increasing the threshold from the current one-year limit. The amendment was passed by a voice vote in the Rajya Sabha.

Facts for Prelims

• Act / BillRegistration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026
• FactThe bill increases the delay threshold for mandatory judicial magistrate orders from one year to two years.
• BodyRajya Sabha: The Upper House of the Parliament of India.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how the systematic registration of births and deaths serves as a tool for ensuring electoral integrity and social justice in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Prevention of 'ghost voters'
• Data accuracy for welfare schemes
• Legal hurdles for marginalized groups

Keywords: Electoral integrity · Administrative transparency · Judicial oversight · Civil registration

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