Voter List 2024
The voter list for 2024 has been made available on the official website of the Indian Election Commission. With the ease of the online system, you are no longer required to visit a booth with your ID proof or other necessary documents to look up your name on the voters list. To ensure that any errors are corrected as soon as possible, this must be done at least ten days prior to the elections. Changes are not permitted once voting is set to begin.
How to Download Voter List?
Follow the steps mentioned below to download the voter list -
Step 1: Visit the website of Election Commission of India.
Step 2: On the side of the page, you will see an option 'PDF Electoral Roll'.
Step 3: After clicking on the link, a page containing the link to the electoral roll of all the state will open. Click on the state from where you are registered as a voter.
Step 4: After clicking on the state in which you reside, you will see a list of districts that belong to that state. Click on the district in which you reside.
Step 5: After clicking on the name of the district, you will see a list of AC names on the page. Click on the AC name from which you are registered to vote.
Step 6: Next, you will see a list of polling stations belonging to that AC. Select the option 'Draft Roll' next to your polling station.
Step 7: You should be able to see the voting list and download voter ID.
How to Check your Name on Electoral Roll by ‘Search by Details’ ?
Given below are the steps to search for your name on the Electoral Roll by using the ‘Search by Details’ option:
- Click on the link https://electoralsearch.eci.gov.in/ and choose the ‘Search by Details’ option.
- In the next step, enter the details as required such as your name, date of birth, relatives' detail, location details, etc.
- Enter the captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- You will be able to view whether your name is on the voter list or not.
How to Check your Name on Voter List by ‘Search by Mobile’ ?
Given below are the steps to search for your name on the voter list by using the ‘Search by Mobile’ option:
- Click on the link https://electoralsearch.eci.gov.in/ and choose the ‘Search by Mobile’ option.
- In the next step, enter your mobile number and click on ‘Send OTP’. It will be sent to your mobile number. Enter the OTP in the box provided.
- Enter the captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- You will be able to view whether your name is on the voter list or not.
How to Check your Name on Electoral Roll Online?
It is important to check if your name is on the voter list or not. To check your name on voter list online, follow the steps mentioned below -
Step 1: Open the official website of Election Commission of India.
Step 2: On the homepage, select the ‘Search your Name in Electoral Roll’ option.
Step 3: Enter your details after selecting the search option.
Step 4: The result will be displayed on screen.
How to Search your Name on the Voter List by EPIC Number?
Follow the steps mentioned below to search your name on the voter list through your EPIC number -
Step 1: Open the official website of Election Commission of India.
Step 2: In the box, type the EPIC number and then the state you live in.
Step 3: Type the code that appears in the captcha image after that.
Step 4: You will be able to see your name below the submit button if it is on the voters' list; otherwise, there is a very good likelihood that your name is not in the voter list.
Importance of Voting List:
- The electoral roll is a document that lists the names of registered voters for a particular constituency.
- In the electoral roll, there is no discrimination against anyone on any parameter. The document also ensures that the election process is carried out in a procedural manner.
- The list also ensures that if your name is not present on the list, you will be denied the right to vote.
- The updating process in the voters' list is also important as all those people who have turned 18 years of age are eligible to vote, provided they have their names added to the list. The names of people who are deceased but still have their names on the voters' list will be removed.
- The updation process of electoral rolls also confirms that no fake voters have been included in the list. This has proved to be a major problem in the past.
What is Included in Electoral Roll?
The following details are included in the electoral roll:
- The full name of the person
- Date of birth
- Photograph
- Signature sample
- National ID number
- Registration address
- Code of the polling station
- Name of the polling station
- Area or locality
The electoral authorities use these details to authorise the person's identity at the election booths.
FAQs on Voter List
- How and by whom is the voter list prepared?
The voter list is prepared by the Election Commission of India, State Election Commission, and chief electoral officers of each state.
- Can one be enrolled as a voter at more than one place?
No, a person can be enrolled as a voter at only one place.
- Why is the voting age 18 in India?
The voting age was reduced from 21 years to 18 years to allow the youth especially the unrepresented ones to express their feelings and become a part of the political process in a seamless manner.
- What are the two types of voters?
The two types of voters are closed list system voters where they will not have any influence on a candidate of a political party, and the other is the open list system voters where they not only have the right to cast their votes but also determine the order of assigning of seats.
- Who is the father of election in India?
Sukumar Sen conducted the first election in India and went on to conduct the second general elections in the country too.
- Who gave the right to vote in India?
Technically, Sarojini Naidu was the first to protest in 1917 where she asked women to be given the voting rights in India.
- What is the voter list. Mention its importance?
Voter list helps in streamlining voting on the day of elections as well as ensure there are no electoral frauds too. The voter list also ensures that an individual doesn’t cast their votes multiple times.
- Who prepares the list of voters?
The Election Commission of India prepares the list of voters in India.
- Is voting a right or a duty?
Voting in India is considered to be a right. Any Indian who meets the eligibility criteria has the right to cast their vote for the candidate of their choice.
- Who was not given the right to vote?
Anyone who is below the age of 18 years cannot exercise their right to vote. A person should not have any criminal case going on against them if they intent to vote. Apart from that individual who is not an Indian or does not hold a valid voter id card cannot exercise their right to vote in India.
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