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Why in news
The Election Commission of India (ECI) completed the first randomisation of EVMs and VVPATs for the upcoming Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
Background
The ECI announced the completion of the first randomisation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs). Elections for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry are scheduled for April 9, 2026, with counting on May 4, 2026.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyECI: Responsible for the randomisation of EVMs and VVPATs before elections.
- FactElection Date: April 9, 2026, for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry.
- FactCounting Date: May 4, 2026.
- PlaceKozhikode: Location of Rahul Gandhi's campaign kickoff on March 25th.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the randomisation process of EVMs and VVPATs in ensuring the integrity of the electoral process in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Transparency mechanism: Ensuring machine integrity through multi-layered randomisation protocols
- Technological trust: Balancing voter confidence with the security of electronic voting systems
Keywords: Election Commission of India · EVM randomisation · VVPAT · electoral integrity · democratic process
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