A debate unfolds over the Election Commission’s directive for voter verification, particularly for women in burqas, to prevent alleged bogus voting. Critics argue this is a form of political ‘dog whistling’ that singles out the Muslim community and could deter women from voting, referencing alleged disenfranchisement during the 2024 elections in UP. Supporters counter that it is a standard procedure and legally sound. The discussion highlights a legal distinction, noting that courts have not treated the ‘ghoongat’ (veil) as a mandated religious practice, unlike the burqa. An important point raised is: “The Supreme Court of India has upheld the Burqa as part of an essential religious practice. The courts have repeatedly clarified and elaborated, the Ghunghat is not considered as a mandated statutory requirement of Hindu faith or practice.” The timing is also questioned, as the issue was reportedly raised by a Bihar BJP chief. #voterid #electioncommission #burqarow #ghoongat #elections #indianpolitics #voterrights #disenfranchisement #bogusvoting #faceverification #muslimwomen #uttarpradesh #rajasthan #bihar #supremecourt
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