The INDIA bloc has criticised the Election Commission. Opposition leaders allege misconduct in recent elections. They question the special revision of electoral rolls in Bihar. Concerns were raised about voter list irregularities in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra called for dissolving the Lok Sabha. The opposition demands accountability from the Election Commission.
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