What is the legal status of right to vote? | Explained

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BLOs fill and collect the counting forms from the electors in Patepur block of Vaishali, on July 10.

BLOs fill and collect the counting forms from the electors in Patepur block of Vaishali, on July 10. | Photo Credit: ANI

The story so far: The Supreme Court is hearing cases filed against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. One of the questions that has arisen during this debate has been the legal status of the ‘right to vote.’

Before understanding the status of ‘right to vote’ in India, let us briefly understand the different types of rights.

Published - July 22, 2025 08:30 am IST

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