The Election Commission of India (ECI) has set up 19 Appellate Tribunals across West Bengal to handle appeals related to electoral rolls. This move comes during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. The tribunals will review decisions made by judicial officers on inclusion or exclusion of voters, ensuring transparency, fairness, and legal remedy for affected citizens.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) established 19 Appellate Tribunals in West Bengal in March 2026. This step was taken during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls before the upcoming Assembly elections.
These tribunals are created to hear appeals against decisions made by judicial officers. These officers were handling disputes related to voter inclusion and exclusion.
The need for tribunals arose because a large number of cases were pending. Around 60 lakh voter-related cases were under adjudication during the SIR process.
This move is also linked to the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. Free and fair elections require accurate voter lists.
The decision follows judicial oversight, including directions from courts to ensure transparency.
Electoral roll revision is a key administrative process under ECI, a constitutional body established under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution.
1.The Election Commission of India is established under which Article?
A) Article 320
B) Article 324
C) Article 326
D) Article 356
Answer: B
2.Appellate Tribunals in West Bengal were formed for what purpose?
A) Tax disputes
B) Land disputes
C) Electoral roll appeals
D) Criminal cases
Answer: C
3.Special Intensive Revision (SIR) relates to:
A) Budget revision
B) Electoral roll update
C) Census process
D) Judicial reforms
Answer: B
4.Electoral rolls are related to:
A) Tax records
B) Voter lists
C) Court judgments
D) Land ownership
Answer: B
5.Universal Adult Franchise means:
A) Voting only for literates
B) Voting only for taxpayers
C) Voting right for all adults
D) Voting only for men
Answer: C
1. Under which Article is the Election Commission empowered?
Answer: Article 324
2. Electoral rolls are prepared under which Act?
Answer: Representation of the People Act, 1950
Students often confuse Article 324 (Election Commission) with Article 326 (right to vote).
Focus on Article 324, electoral roll process, and SIR-related reforms for prelims.