Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Bihar made history by becoming the first Indian state to introduce a mobile-based e-voting system for its 2024 urban body elections. Spearheaded by the Bihar State Election Commission and supported by technological input from C-DAC, the system is designed to enhance electoral participation, especially among marginalized groups like migrant workers, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. With features such as blockchain-based transparency, biometric verification through live face scans, and an audit trail similar to VVPAT, the system emphasizes security and accessibility. This initiative represents a significant leap in leveraging digital tools to promote inclusive and secure democratic processes.