Election Commission Form-7: Form-7, used by the Election Commission of India, is used to maintain accurate and updated voter lists. Form-7 plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate voter lists across the country. The Election Commission of India (ECI) Form-7 is primarily used to remove someone's name from the voter list or to raise an objection to a name. Let us explain what Election Commission Form-7 is, who can fill it out, and when it is used.

What is Election Commission Form-7?
The full form of Election Commission Form-7 stands for "Objection to Inclusion of Name in Electoral Roll," meaning an objection to a name included in the voter list. This form is for those who wish to object to a person's name being included in the voter list. If someone believes that a person's name has been added to the voter list incorrectly or for an inappropriate reason, they can file Form-7 and request its removal.

When is it used?
Form-7 is used in the following situations: Death: If a voter has died, this form is used to remove their name from the list. If a person has permanently left the constituency, this form is used. It is also used when the same person's name is listed more than once, if a person is not a citizen of India or is not legally eligible to vote, and if you wish to remove your name from the list yourself.

Legal Basis
Form-7 is defined under the Representation of the People Act, 1950. This form helps keep the voter list clean and accurate, preventing ineligible voters from voting. The person filling the form must provide accurate information and a valid reason for the objection.

Who can fill the Election Commission Form-7?

A registered voter, meaning anyone in the same constituency whose name appears on the voter list, can file an objection against another person's name. Furthermore, in the case of a deceased voter, their family members can fill out Form 7. Political parties also use this form during elections to raise objections to suspicious or incorrect names.

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