Bihar Polls: Opposition Moves Supreme Court, Alleges Voter Purge
The Opposition has moved the Supreme Court, challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) decision to revise Bihar’s electoral rolls ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections. The move comes amidst concerns of widespread voter disenfranchisement.
Petitioners argue the ECI’s revision violates fundamental constitutional rights and established election rules. They claim the process is opaque and lacks transparency, potentially leading to the exclusion of legitimate voters.
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear the case. The Opposition’s plea underscores the critical need for a fair and transparent electoral process, free from any manipulation or suppression of voter participation.
This challenge casts a shadow on the upcoming Bihar elections. The outcome of the Supreme Court hearing will significantly impact the credibility and fairness of the electoral process in the state, and potentially set a precedent for future elections across India. The stakes are high, impacting millions of Bihar’s electorate.
