A
To apply for the inclusion of names of new electors in the electoral rolls
B
To transfer a voter's registration from one assembly constituency to another
C
To file objections against the inclusion of wrongful names in electoral constituencies
D
To apply for corrections of entries in existing electoral roll cards
Correct answer: (a) To apply for the inclusion of names of new electors in the electoral rolls
Explanation
Option A is correct as Form 6 is the statutory application utilized solely for enrolling new electors under the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960. Options B, C, and D describe purposes handled by other forms (such as Form 7 and Form 8) rather than Form 6.
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