Implications of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) on the Dynamics and Integrity of Electoral Politics in India Introduction The adoption of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in India since the late 1990s has transformed the procedural landscape of electoral democracy in the world’s largest democratic polity. Designed to replace ballot papers and ensure speedy, tamper-proof, and efficient … Continue reading What are the implications of the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) on the dynamics and integrity of electoral politics in India?
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What has been the trajectory of electoral reforms in India since independence, and how do contemporary challenges related to transparency, inclusiveness, and accountability shape the scope for future reform in strengthening democratic processes and electoral integrity?
The trajectory of electoral reforms in India since independence reflects an ongoing attempt to reconcile the principles of free and fair elections, universal adult suffrage, and democratic legitimacy with the challenges posed by the complexity of India’s socio-political fabric, including its diversity, inequality, and institutional asymmetries. While the Indian electoral system—managed by the Election Commission … Continue reading What has been the trajectory of electoral reforms in India since independence, and how do contemporary challenges related to transparency, inclusiveness, and accountability shape the scope for future reform in strengthening democratic processes and electoral integrity?