Engaging in the democratic process is a civic right and duty that often begins with the seemingly simple step of registering to vote. Particularly for graduates residing in India, the Form 18 serves as a critical tool to enable this fundamental right. This form, referenced under rule 31, is tailored specifically for graduates seeking to be included in the electoral roll for a graduates' constituency, allowing those with higher education achievements to have their voices heard in specific electoral matters. Applicants are required to provide comprehensive personal and educational details, from basic identification information like name and place of residence, to specifics of their academic qualifications, underscoring their eligibility to be registered under this distinct category. It embodies a process that not only validates an individual’s educational accomplishments but also empowers them to contribute to shaping the governance of their community. Moreover, the form distinguishes between new applications and requests for deletion from an existing roll, emphasizing accuracy and current relevance in electoral records. The declaration of citizenship and the truthfulness of information, accompanied by a warning against falsification, underlines the seriousness of the application. Additionally, it includes provisions for both the applicant and the electoral officer to follow up on the application's status, ensuring transparency and accountability in the electoral registration process. This form serves as a bridge for educated individuals, enabling them to engage in the democratic process, reflecting the inclusivity and specific recognition within India’s electoral framework.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Form 18 |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | form 31 for rule 31 of voter application, false, Intimation, form 18 means see rule 31 |
[FORM 18
(See rule 31)
Claim for inclusion of name in the electoral roll for a graduates' constituency
To
The Electoral Registration Officer,
................. (graduate) Constituency.
Sir,
I request that my name be registered in the electoral roll for the.................(graduate's) Constituency.
The particulars are:—
Name (in full)...............………………………………………………………………………………Sex......………...
Father's/Mother's/Husband's name (in full) .............…………………………………………………………………..
Qualification ...........……………………………………………………………………………………………………
Occupation ...............…………………………………………………………………………………………………..
House address (Place of ordinary residence) .......……………………………………………………………………..
House No. ...…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Street/Mohalla ........……………………………………………………………………………………………………
Town/Village ............………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Post Office .........………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Police Station/Tehsil/Taluka/Mouza .........……………………………………………………………………………
District ............………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Age.............……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
2. *I am a graduate of the....................University having passed the degree/diploma examination in the year ..…....
OR
*I am in possession of a diploma/certificate in...............which is a qualification equivalent to that of a graduate of a
University in India having passed the examination for the diploma/certificate in the year.........………………………………………...
3.In support of my claim as being a graduate/in possession of the above diploma/certificate. I submit herewith.......………………
4.**My name has not been included in the electoral roll for this or any other graduates' constituency.
OR
**My name has been included in the electoral roll for the |
graduates' constituency under the |
address given below and I request that it be deleted from that roll:— |
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5. I declare that I am a citizen of India and that all the particulars given above are true to the best of my knowledge.
Place.................
Date...................................................
Signature of claimant.
NOTE : Any person who makes a statement or declaration which is false and which the either knows or believes to be false or does not believe to be true is punishable under section 31 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950.
*Strike out the paragraph not applicable. **Strike off the inappropriate alternative.
…..…………………………………........................(Perforation……………….....................
Intimation of action taken
The application in Form 18 of Shri/Shrimati/Kumari |
address................................................…..........has been— |
(a) accepted and the name of Shri/Shrimati/Kumari |
has been registered at Serial No.....in Part No |
(b)rejected for the reason........................……………………..………………………………………
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Date.......................
Electoral Registration Officer.
(Address).................
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…………………........………...(Perforation)………..……………………………….....................
Receipt for application |
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Received the application in Form 18 from Shri/ Shrimati/Kumari* |
address*...……. |
Date |
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Electoral Registration Officer.
(Address)......................
..........................
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*To be filled in by the applicant.
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