Bengaluru civic polls after May 25, ballot papers to be used instead of EVMs
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Elections, ECI & electoral reforms· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Karnataka Chief Election Commissioner announced that civic elections to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) will use ballot papers instead of EVMs after May 25th.
Background
Chief Election Commissioner G.S. Sangreshi announced the shift to ballot papers for the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) civic polls. The State Election Commission will finalize ward-wise draft electoral rolls by March 16th.
Facts for Prelims
- PostG.S. Sangreshi: Chief Election Commissioner of Karnataka
- PlaceGreater Bengaluru Authority (GBA): Civic body in Karnataka
- FactFinalization of ward-wise draft electoral rolls: March 16th
- FactElection date: After May 25th
For Mains
Q. Discuss the legal and logistical implications of reverting to ballot papers in local body elections in the context of electoral integrity and technological transition.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical overhead: Increased costs and security risks associated with physical ballot distribution and counting
- Legal precedent: Alignment with Supreme Court observations regarding the non-prohibition of ballot paper usage
- Technological regression: Balancing the need for transparency with the efficiency of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)
Keywords: Electoral integrity · Ballot paper · State Election Commission · Greater Bengaluru Authority · Transparency
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