Election Commission Launches Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in 12 States and UTs
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2.0 of electoral rolls across 12 States and Union Territories, including Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala. This house-to-house enumeration process aims to clean up voter lists by identifying deaths, duplications, and new electors. A significant update is the inclusion of Aadhaar as the 12th document for proof of identity (not citizenship), as directed by the Supreme Court. The process also allows parents or relatives to sign enumeration forms in the absence of the voter. The final electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on February 7.
Key Points
- The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2.0 involves house-to-house enumeration to ensure the accuracy and integrity of electoral rolls.
- Aadhaar is now accepted as a proof of identity for voter registration, following specific Supreme Court directions.
- The enumeration form has been amended to allow signatures from parents or relatives if the voter is not present during the visit.
- The exercise covers approximately 51 crore voters across states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and West Bengal ahead of 2026 polls.
Exam Facts
- Aadhaar is the 12th document added for identity proof, as directed by the Supreme Court.
- The SIR 2.0 exercise covers 12 States and Union Territories.
- The final electoral rolls are scheduled to be published on February 7.
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