Archive · 11 Aug 2025
EC Refuses to Publish List of Removed Electors in Bihar
The Election Commission in India is updating the voter list in Bihar.
Some people have been removed from the list, and a group called ADR wants to know why.
The EC says the law doesn't require them to share a list of these people.
They are following the rules from 1960.
People whose names were removed can still register to vote using a specific form.
It's like making sure the voter list is accurate.
Election Commission (EC) stated it isn't required by law to publish a list of removed Bihar electors.
The EC is revising Bihar's electoral rolls, with 65 lakh names removed from the draft roll.
The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) seeks reasons for deletions in the electoral roll.
The EC cites the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, as the legal framework.
Those not in the draft roll can register via Form 6 by September 1.
- Who
- The Election Commission of India (ECI) and the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) are key players.
- What
- The Election Commission is revising Bihar's electoral rolls and addressing legal requirements regarding publication of removed electors.
- When
- Ongoing, with revisions announced and the draft roll published on August 1.
- Where
- Bihar, India, where the electoral roll revision is taking place.
- Why
- To update and refine the electoral rolls for accuracy and integrity.
Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR)
Election Commission of India (EC)
Transparency
Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR)
Wants the Election Commission to disclose the reasons for the removal of names from the electoral rolls to ensure transparency and accountability.
Election Commission of India (EC)
The Election Commission is not required to do so by law.
- Event
- Bihar Electoral Roll Revision
- Removed Electors (approx.)
- 65 lakh
- Legal Framework
- Registration of Electors Rules, 1960
- ADR's Request
- Publish reasons for deletions
- EC's Response
- No legal requirement for list publication
- Registration Form
- Form 6
