Representation of the People's Act

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Representation of the People's ActConstitutional BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
26 Jul, 2026

ECI's Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls Being Conducted in Phases with Multiple Safeguards to Protect Eligible Voters

ECI conducts multi-phase Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls with robust safeguards, upheld by Supreme Court, ensuring accurate voter lists for free and fair elections.

Representation of the People's ActConstitutional BodiesE Governance
12 Jul, 2026

EC changes Form 6 for new voters, inserts section asking them about parents in SIR, Pg1

Election Commission controversially modifies online Form 6 for new voters, adding parent details without statutory amendment, sparking legal and procedural concerns.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's Act
11 Jul, 2026

Suspend, not remove, high functionaries after 30 days in jail: parliamentary panel, Pg11

Parliamentary panel urges 'suspension,' not 'removal,' for PM/CM/Ministers jailed 30+ days for serious offenses, addressing 'governance from jail' vacuum.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismRepresentation of the People's ActLinkages between Development and Spread of Extremism
10 Jul, 2026

SIR in Manipur is a pathway to exclusion, Pg8

Manipur's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls threatens Kuki-Zo disenfranchisement, fueling exclusion fears amidst ethnic conflict and displacement.

Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureRepresentation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
5 Jul, 2026

Delhi conclave raises federalism concerns over ‘One Nation, One Election’ proposal, Pg10

Eminent citizens at a Delhi conclave reject 'One Nation, One Election', citing federalism concerns, electoral transparency issues, and anxieties over citizenship and caste census implementation.

Representation of the People's ActConstitutional Bodies
5 Jul, 2026

EC can hold bypolls any time within 6 months after vacancy, say experts, Pg9

Election Commission's discretionary power to conduct bypolls within six months faces scrutiny, sparking debate over legal interpretations of the Representation of the People Act.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineRepresentation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
28 Jun, 2026

Which document proves Indian citizenship?, Pg11

MEA official clarifies passports, Aadhaar, and voter IDs are not conclusive proof of Indian citizenship, exposing complex legal framework and lack of universal document.

Representation of the People's ActConstitutional Bodies
28 Jun, 2026

SIR enumeration in Delhi and four States to begin on June 30, Pg6

Election Commission begins massive Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Delhi and four states, aiming to prune voter lists after Supreme Court upheld validity.

Representation of the People's ActGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
17 Jun, 2026

SC seeks response from Centre, States on Aadhaar ‘misuse’, Pg12

Supreme Court seeks Centre, States' response on Aadhaar misuse by illegal immigrants for benefits and voter registration, undermining electoral integrity.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies
14 Jun, 2026

Before next polls, SC wants SIR exclusion cases decided: A reality check from Assam, Pg10

Supreme Court mandates swift resolution of 'D-voter' cases before next polls; Assam's Foreigners' Tribunals face institutional lethargy, posing major citizenship determination challenges.

Parliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's Act
13 Jun, 2026

SC dismisses Congress leader’s plea on rejection of Rajya Sabha nomination, Pg1

Supreme Court upholds Article 329(b), dismissing Congress leader's plea on Rajya Sabha nomination rejection, reinforcing non-interference in electoral processes.

Parliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's Act
9 Jun, 2026

Delimitation and Census, Pg3

Upcoming delimitation bill likely to mandate 1971 Census for Lok Sabha seat allocation, sparking debate over states' proportional representation.

Population and Associated IssuesRepresentation of the People's ActSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
3 Jun, 2026

Demography panel may study SIR exclusions, seeks details from govt., Pg12

High-Level Demography Panel, led by retired SC judge, probes 6.5 crore voter list exclusions and illegal immigration, seeking population stabilization mechanisms.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActVulnerable Sections
3 Jun, 2026

Halima & Gudiya, in queue at Bengal tribunals as cloud darkens over citizenship

Supreme Court upholds EC's electoral roll revision, directing citizenship adjudication for excluded individuals, sparking fear among Bengal residents like Halima.

Representation of the People's Act
1 Jun, 2026

Enumeration for Phase 3 of SIR begins in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur, Pg1

Election Commission initiates Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Manipur to enhance voter inclusion.

Representation of the People's ActVulnerable Sections
30 May, 2026

Electoral Roll Revisions: Balancing Electoral Integrity And Democratic Inclusion,Pg13

A democracy must protect electoral integrity, but its greater responsibility is ensuring that no eligible citizen is excluded from the democratic process.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActConstitutional Bodies
28 May, 2026

SC upholds SIR, says it is EC’s constitutional duty, Pg1

Supreme Court validates Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, affirming its constitutional duty for free and fair elections.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismRepresentation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
22 May, 2026

Decoding SIR Impact in West Bengal, Pg11

West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls disproportionately targeted Muslims, impacting election results and raising concerns about fairness.

Population and Associated IssuesRepresentation of the People's ActE Governance
21 May, 2026

Preparing India for a credible digital Census, Pg8

India gears up for digital 2027 Census amidst challenges of caste enumeration, NRI inclusion, and data accuracy.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's Act
16 May, 2026

​Juggernaut rolls on, Pg6

ECI's Special Intensive Revision faces scrutiny over mass deletions, disenfranchisement, and flawed methodology impacting marginalized communities, raising concerns about electoral integrity.

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