The Election Commission of India (ECI) confirms that Electronic Voting Machines are tamper-proof after a full verification process, addressing the ongoing EVM hacking row and opposition allegations.
The Election Commission of India assured the Supreme Court that data in Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) will remain intact for candidate verification. The Court emphasized a structured process for EVM checks, requiring certified engineers from Bharat Electronics Limited and Electronics Corporation of India Limited. Changes to technical procedures will enhance election transparency and accountability.
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Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) have revolutionized India’s electoral process, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and accuracy in voting. From their initial trials to complete implementation in the 2004 Lok Sabha elections, EVMs have undergone multiple technological advancements and the various judicial precedents have dealt with the constitutional validity of the same.
A Supreme Court bench, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, will hear a plea seeking a policy for verifying Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The petition, filed by former Haryana minister Karan Singh Dalal, calls for clear rules to check EVM components. It also asks for compliance with an earlier court order on the matter. The case aims to ensure transparency in the use of EVMs.
The INDIA Bloc plans to approach the Supreme Court, alleging manipulation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in Maharashtra’s recent assembly elections, causing significant concerns among opposition parties. As Delhi’s assembly elections approach, they strategize to ensure electoral fairness while facing losses attributed to EVM favoritism towards the ruling BJP-led coalition.
The Supreme Court dismissed a review petition challenging the decision to reject tallying VVPAT slips with EVM votes. Justices found no reason to reconsider and emphasized the importance of trust in electronic voting, directing measures to enhance confidence in EVMs. The petitioner argued for more transparency and comprehensive tallying to ensure electoral integrity.
The Election Commission of India is set to implement a new protocol for the Supreme Court-mandated verification of Electronic Voting Machines used in recent elections. Candidates can request EVM verification and conduct mock polls with up to 1,400 votes. The process aims to enhance transparency and trust in the electoral process.
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The Supreme Court of India dismissed today a PIL petition from the Sikh Chamber of Commerce, citing an absence of a compelling case and reiterating their previous judgment on EVMs and VVPAT. Justices Khanna and Datta emphasized that polling officers cannot discern voters’ choices from VVPAT slips, addressing concerns about voter secrecy in Indian elections.