Understanding the Controversy Over Form 7 and Mass Deletions from Electoral Rolls
A controversy has emerged regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, specifically the use of Form 7. Form 7 is intended for objecting to the inclusion of names or seeking deletions due to death or shifting residence. The Congress party has alleged that the form is being misused through coordinated efforts to delete eligible voters' names. The Election Commission (EC) maintains that verification procedures, including physical visits by Booth Level Officers (BLOs), are in place. Under the Representation of the People Act 1950, filing a false declaration is a punishable offense.
Key Points
- Form 7 is the official document used to object to the inclusion of a name in the electoral roll.
- The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has seen the distribution of over 50 crore enumeration forms.
- Section 32 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, makes filing false declarations a punishable offense.
- Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are required to conduct physical verification before any name is deleted.
Exam Facts
- Form 7: Used for objecting to inclusion or seeking deletion from electoral rolls.
- Section 32 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950.
- 50.94 crore enumeration forms distributed since Phase II of SIR.
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