Association for Democratic Reforms
59% of Bihar's Unrecognised Political Parties Failed to Disclose Finances in 2023-24: ADR Report
Nov 07, 2025 07:40 pm CST
According to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), nearly 60% of Bihar's registered unrecognised political parties failed to disclose mandatory financial information for 2023-24. Of 275 parties reviewed, only 24% made complete financial disclosures, collectively declaring Rs 85.56 crore income and Rs 71.73 crore in donations. The report highlights significant transparency issues among political organizations operating in Bihar's electoral landscape.
Supreme Court Calls for Clear Guidelines on Electoral Roll Revision as Opposition Lawyers Skip SIR Hearing
Oct 16, 2025 11:06 pm CST
The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for clear guidelines and a Standard Operating Procedure for nationwide implementation of Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, while noting the absence of senior opposition lawyers during a crucial hearing. The court is examining the constitutional validity of the Election Commission's SIR exercise in Bihar amid allegations of voter deletions without proper notice, with the final electoral rolls expected by October 17 and further arguments scheduled for November.