17-plus can now register for voter ID card
New Delhi, July 28 The Election Commission has decided to allow those above 17 years of age to apply in advance to register as voters so that they can vote once they turn 18. The decision has been taken to...
Updated At : 12:28 PM Jul 29, 2022 IST
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New Delhi, July 28
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The Election Commission has decided to allow those above 17 years of age to apply in advance to register as voters so that they can vote once they turn 18.
The decision has been taken to ensure greater participation of youth in polls. So far, people turning 18 on or before January 1 of a particular year were eligible to enrol in the voters’ list. Those turning 18 after January 1 had to wait for an entire year to register as voters.
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Following change in election law, people can resister as voters on January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1 on turning 18.
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