New Delhi, India, November 26, 2024
The Supreme Court of India has rejected petitions calling for a return to the paper ballot system, dismissing claims that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) are vulnerable to tampering. The court emphasized that there is no credible evidence to support allegations of EVM manipulation, underlining the safeguards in place to ensure the integrity of the voting process.
The justices highlighted the advantages of EVMs over paper ballots, including a reduced risk of booth capturing, invalid votes, and logistical challenges. Justice Khanna also pointed out that reverting to paper ballots would undo significant electoral reforms, especially in a country with such a large electorate.
The court acknowledged the continuous improvements made to the EVM system, which have enhanced the fairness and transparency of elections. This ruling reaffirms the effectiveness of modern electoral technology in India, bolstering confidence in the system’s capacity to manage elections in a nation with over a billion voters.
