While debates around the relative advantage and disadvantage of electoral systems have usually centred on First-Past-The-Post and Proportional Representation Systems, both these need to be revisited in the context of India.
Electronic voting machines have transformed the system of voting world over. The machines have undergone multiple changes since its inception and even today continue to evolve. In India, EVMs have ensured free and fair elections which are essential to maintain the democratic culture of the country.
Five states in India are polling for the state assembly seats this winter, soon to be followed by the general elections for the Lok Sabha in 2019. We present a few updates on the preparations, currently in full swing.
