Hyderabad, Oct. 22 -- The Central Government can amend Form 6, which registers a person's name in the electoral roll. However, such changes must follow the procedure prescribed under the law.

The issue has gained importance due to mandatory declaration along with Form 6 during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Form 6 is prescribed under the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, which were framed under the Representation of the People Act, 1950. The legal procedure for amending these rules is laid down in Section 28 of the Act.

Who has the power to amend Form 6?

Under Section 28(1) of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, the Central Government has the power to make rules after consulting the Election Commi...