Petitioners submit 88% not issued notices in TN as objections phase ends on Jan 30, SC schedules urgent hearing on Jan 29
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Why in news
The Supreme Court scheduled an urgent hearing for January 29 to address allegations by the DMK that 88% of voters excluded from the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Tamil Nadu were not issued hearing notices.
Background
The Supreme Court is reviewing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Tamil Nadu. The DMK argues that a vast majority (88%) of excluded voters lacked notice, leading the court to consider extending the deadline for objections and claims.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyElection Commission of India (ECI): The body responsible for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise.
- Fact88% of voters excluded from the SIR exercise in Tamil Nadu allegedly did not receive hearing notices.
For Mains
Q. Examine the importance of transparency and notice mechanisms in the electoral roll revision process to ensure the integrity of the democratic process.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Procedural integrity: Ensuring every eligible voter is notified to prevent disenfranchisement during roll revisions
- Judicial oversight: The role of the judiciary in monitoring ECI's administrative processes during intensive revision phases
Keywords: Electoral Roll · Special Intensive Revision · Right to Information · Democratic Integrity · Judicial Review
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