Electoral Rolls Under the Microscope The Election Commission's announcement of Phase 3 of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 16 states and three Union territories has brought attention to a critical aspect of Indian democracy: the integrity of its electoral rolls.
The focus on voter verification is understandable, but it raises questions about the efficiency and accuracy of India's electoral system.
The SIR process, which began in 1993 as a regular exercise, aims to ensure that electoral rolls are up to date and reflect the actual number of eligible voters.