Why Have Only 128 Claims and Objections Been Received from Political Parties in Bihar?
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Synopsis
The ECI has revealed a surprisingly low number of claims and objections from political parties in Bihar, raising questions about the integrity of the voter list amidst allegations of manipulation. With the deadline looming, is the electoral process truly transparent?
Key Takeaways
- Only 128 claims and objections from political parties in Bihar.
- Significant number of claims filed directly by electors.
- Political parties face criticism over low engagement.
- Deadline for claims and objections is September 1.
- Transparency in the electoral process is vital for public trust.
New Delhi, Aug 30 (NationPress) The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Saturday that political parties in Bihar have lodged just 128 claims and objections to date—comprising 25 requests for voter list inclusion and 103 requests for exclusion.
This occurs amid ongoing accusations from opposition parties regarding “vote theft” and “manipulation of voter lists”.
In stark contrast, individual electors have submitted nearly 2.27 lakh claims and objections—29,872 for inclusion and 1,97,764 for exclusion. Out of these, 33,771 have already been processed, according to the ECI.
The ECI’s most recent bulletin, dated August 30, reveals that the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) [Liberation] accounted for 118 of the 128 submissions from political parties, while the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) filed 10 objections for inclusion.
Prominent national parties—including the BJP, Congress, CPI(M), AAP, BSP, and the National People’s Party—did not submit any claims or objections.
This data has been disclosed as the Congress and RJD intensified their critiques of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, arguing that it is intended to disenfranchise voters.
The SIR process commenced on June 24, with the draft electoral roll published on August 1. The period for filing claims and objections will close on September 1.
The Commission has made it clear that generic complaints not submitted via the designated forms will not be considered valid claims or objections. It also emphasized that no claims were made by individuals other than electors of a specific Assembly constituency, as stipulated under Section 2(g) of the Representation of the People Act, 1950.
Overall, the ECI reported receiving 13.33 lakh claims and objections directly from individual electors across the state, with over 61,000 disposed of to date. It asserted that no names will be removed from the draft roll without a formal order from the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) or Assistant ERO following a thorough inquiry.
Furthermore, the ECI reminded those affected that claims can be submitted using Form 6, accompanied by Aadhaar details, before the September 1 deadline.
Point of View
It's essential to highlight the stark contrast between the claims made by political parties and individual electors. The low engagement from recognized parties raises significant questions about their commitment to electoral integrity. The ECI's process must ensure transparency and accountability to maintain public trust.
NationPress
16/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of claims and objections filed in Bihar?
The total number of claims and objections filed by electors in Bihar is approximately 2.27 lakh.
What are the reasons for objections filed by political parties?
Political parties have filed 25 claims for inclusion in the voter list and 103 objections for exclusion.
How many claims have been disposed of by the ECI?
Out of the claims and objections, 33,771 have already been disposed of by the ECI.
What is the deadline for filing claims and objections?
The deadline for filing claims and objections is September 1.
What should individuals do if they want to submit a claim?
Individuals must submit claims in Form 6, along with their Aadhaar details, before the September 1 deadline.
