A necessary corrective: On the SSR, the special summary revision of electoral rolls | Editorial

The Election Commission of India has initiated a special summary revision of electoral rolls across several states to address previous omissions. This editorial questions whether these corrective measures are sufficient to resolve underlying flaws and ensure institutional accountability.
Why it matters
Electoral roll integrity is fundamental to democratic legitimacy, making the Election Commission's processes a subject of significant public interest.
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