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Current Affairs — 7 November 2026

7 November 2026
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Governance & Polity

ECI announces Summary Revision of electoral rolls for six States and UTs

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the annual summary revision (SSR) of electoral rolls for six States and Union Territories: Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Odisha, Sikkim, Chandigarh, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, following the completion of special intensive revisions. Scheduled to be published by November 30, 2026, this move aims to ensure accuracy, transparency, and integrity in voter lists. Earlier, the SSR was announced for 17 States and UTs including several poll-bound regions.

  • The Election Commission of India announced the annual summary revision for six States and UTs.
  • The process follows the completion of special intensive revisions in the respective regions.
  • Draft electoral rolls are scheduled to be published by November 30, 2026.
Exam Points
  • The revision covers six States and UTs: Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Odisha, Sikkim, Chandigarh, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
  • Draft rolls are to be published by November 30, 2026.
  • Earlier SSR covered 17 States and Union Territories.
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Economy & FinanceHealth

Demonetisation and the health costs of cash shortages in India

A research study highlights the severe economic and health consequences of currency withdrawal following demonetisation on November 8, 2016, where 86% of India's currency by value was demonetised. While 99.3% of withdrawn notes returned to the banking system according to the RBI, cash shortages led to increased health costs and difficulties in accessing essential healthcare, particularly in rural and lower-income regions. The findings underscore that while the policy aimed to curb black money, its impact on public health highlights the necessity to weigh economic reforms against broader social costs.

  • Demonetisation led to acute cash shortages which negatively impacted healthcare access and spending.
  • People in rural areas and vulnerable sections faced the maximum difficulty in accessing essential healthcare.
  • Digital payments increased significantly, but remote and low-income regions suffered from limited access.
Exam Points
  • Demonetisation was implemented on November 8, 2016.
  • Approximately 86% of India's currency by value was demonetised.
  • Nearly 99.3% of the withdrawn notes returned to the banking system according to RBI.
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