Q. Consider the following statements regarding the D’ (Doubtful) voters:
1.The ‘D’ voter category exists only in Assam.
2.The term ‘D-voter’ refers to a classification used in Assam to indicate individuals whose citizenship status is under question.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanations –
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The concept of “D-voter” (Doubtful Voter) is unique to Assam and was introduced in 1997 by the Election Commission of India during a revision of the state’s electoral rolls. It is not used in any other state in India. A “D-voter” refers to individuals whose Indian citizenship is doubtful or under dispute. Such individuals are barred from voting or contesting elections until their citizenship status is verified by Foreigners Tribunals.
Source: Forum IAS
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