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A Study on the Assessment of Election Procedure and the Role of Election Commission in Maintaining Electoral Integrity in Contemporary Indian Context

Author(s) SK NOOR MAHAMMAD
Country India
Abstract India, the world's largest democracy, conducts elections that are both multifaceted and huge in scale, involving millions of voters and thousands of polling stations. Ensuring the integrity and fairness of these elections is crucial for sustaining democratic governance and public trust. The research examines the multifaceted electoral procedures, including voter registration, candidate nomination, campaigning, voting, and counting processes. It highlights the technological progressions, such as the introduction of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs), and assesses their impact on the transparency and accuracy of elections. A significant focus is placed on the role of the Election Commission of India as the guardian of electoral democracy. The study analyzes the ECI's regulatory framework, its powers, and the mechanisms it employs to enforce electoral laws and standards. It evaluates the effectiveness of measures taken by the ECI to address challenges such as voter fraud, booth capturing, and the influence of money and muscle power in elections. The research also investigates into recent controversies and allegations of EVM tampering and manipulation, examining the ECI's responses and the resultant public perception. Through a review of case studies and analysis of secondary data, the study aims to provide an inclusive understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the current electoral system. Eventually, the study seeks to propose recommendations for enhancing electoral integrity in India. These recommendations include technological innovations, policy reforms, and strategies for increasing public awareness and participation in the electoral process. By development a deeper understanding of election procedures and the role of the Election Commission, this research aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on solidification democratic institutions in India.
Keywords Election, ECI, EVM, VVPAT, Ballot Box, Voting Offence, Judiciary, Election Procedure, Democracy, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Election, Local body Election, Integrity of Election.
Field Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025
Published On 2025-02-24
Cite This A Study on the Assessment of Election Procedure and the Role of Election Commission in Maintaining Electoral Integrity in Contemporary Indian Context - SK NOOR MAHAMMAD - IJSAT Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025. DOI 10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.1968
DOI https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.1968
Short DOI https://doi.org/g8595x

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