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Voter ID: There is an election atmosphere in the country. The dates of Lok Sabha elections 2024 have been announced. In India, after turning 18, every person gets the right to vote. It is very important to have Voter ID card to vote. We all know how important Voter ID card is for elections. Voter ID also serves as proof of identity and address. But what if you have not one but two Voter IDs? Today we are telling you about this.
1 year jail for having two voter IDs
Having two or more Voter IDs is considered a crime, whether civil or criminal. Legally no person can have more than one Voter ID. If caught with two voter ID cards at different places, the punishment can be imprisonment up to one year, fine or both. Additionally, it is also illegal to be registered as a voter in more than one electoral roll.
How to apply for voter id
Phase 1: If you are a first-time voter or have changed your constituency, you will need to fill Form 6. NRI voters should use Form 6A and 7 to add or delete name in the voter ID card. For correction, use Form 8, and if you have changed your constituency, use Form 8A.
Phase 2: Select your preferred language and fill the required details. Make sure that you have uploaded all the required documents along with the form.
step 3: Verify all the details uploaded. You will then receive a verification email, which will allow you to track the status of your Voter ID application. Note: Generally it takes about 30 days to make Voter ID and change any details in it.
Documents required to make Voter ID
To apply for Voter Card, you have to visit the official website or app of the Election Commission. Here all the documents have to be uploaded online. While applying for Voter Card, 2 passport size photographs, address proof, copy of bank passbook, ration card, passport, driving license, rent agreement, electricity bill, water, telephone and gas bill, age certificate, Aadhar card and PAN card. Such documents. There is a need. If you are uploading all the documents sitting at home, then first convert your documents in PDF/JPG/JPEG format.