THE HINDU DATED 28th OCT 2026

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THE HINDU DATED 28th OCT 2026

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1. Supreme Court to Examine All Aspects of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls

The Supreme Court stated that it would examine all relevant issues concerning the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, including the Election Commission's decisions, administrative records and allegations of irregularities. Petitioners, including opposition leaders, sought judicial safeguards against arbitrary voter deletions and requested preservation of documents related to the revision exercise. The Court scheduled further proceedings for mid-November and issued notice regarding allegations of tampering with Form 6. The Election Commission maintained that its decisions were lawful and within its constitutional authority. Under Article 324, the Commission supervises elections, while Article 326 provides for adult suffrage. Electoral-roll revision is necessary to remove duplicate or ineligible entries, but excessive documentation requirements may exclude genuine voters. Judicial examination must balance institutional independence with constitutional rights. Gist: Free and fair elections require accurate electoral rolls, transparent procedures, accessible remedies and protection against arbitrary exclusion of eligible citizens.

2. Karnataka Electoral-Roll Revision — Over 99 Lakh Names Deleted