Tag: Election Commission

Supreme Court states ECI’s roll revision initiative is required by the Constitution, but Question timing
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Supreme Court states ECI’s roll revision initiative is required by the Constitution, but Question timing

New Delhi: On Thursday, the Supreme Court raised concerns with the Election Commission of India regarding the timing of the Special Intensive Revision initiative in Bihar, which is preparing for elections. The court emphasized that this matter touches upon the “core of democracy and the right to vote,” dismissing the claim that the election body...

Supreme Court requests a consistent and thorough revision of electoral rolls prior to each election
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Supreme Court requests a consistent and thorough revision of electoral rolls prior to each election

New Delhi: On Tuesday, a petition was submitted to the Supreme Court requesting that the Election Commission be instructed to carry out special intensive revisions of electoral rolls at regular intervals across the nation, especially prior to Parliamentary, state assembly, and local body elections. This is aimed at ensuring that only Indian citizens determine the...