What significant reform did Navin Chawla implement during his tenure as Chief Election Commissioner?
Allowing third gender voters to choose 'Other' on ballots
Why in the news?
"Navin Chawla, Former Chief Election Commissioner and Advocate for Third Gender Voting Rights, Passes Away at 79”
Navin Chawla, as Chief Election Commissioner, implemented a significant reform by allowing third gender voters to select 'Other' on ballots. This step promoted inclusivity and ensured that individuals outside the male-female binary could participate fully in elections.
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