Summary
- The Lawyers’ Association for Constitution has constituted a five-member panel, chaired by former Supreme Court judge Justice Madan B. Lokur, to examine the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
- This commission raises critical questions about its legal authority and the implications of its findings, as it lacks constitutional recognition and is not appointed by any official body.
- Concerns arise over the commission's methodology, transparency in public hearings, and potential biases in evidence collection that could mislead public perception.
- The inquiry's credibility hinges on its ability to demonstrate independence and rigor while navigating the complex relationship between scrutiny of the Election Commission and its own legitimacy.
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