SC Rules Aadhaar Can Be Used for Voter Verification in Bihar’s Electoral Roll Update
What Happened?
The Supreme Court has approved the Bihar government’s plan to use Aadhaar cards as valid proof for updating voter lists in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). This move came after opposition parties like RJD, AIMIM, and BJP raised concerns about the fairness of this process.
Opposition’s Concerns
- Parties argued that using Aadhaar could wrongly exclude some voters.
- They worried the process might be unfair or lack transparency.
Supreme Court’s Decision
- The court said using Aadhaar is legal and does not violate any rights.
- Aadhaar can be used for voter verification during the SIR exercise.
Government’s Stand
- Bihar officials said the revision is routine and necessary.
- They promised the process is transparent and follows the law.
What This Means
- This ruling supports using Aadhaar for electoral roll updates nationwide.
- It may help reduce fake voter entries and improve election fairness.
- However, some privacy concerns about Aadhaar use remain in public debate.
