Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Karnataka decided to reintroduce paper ballots for both rural and urban local body elections, including Zilla and Taluk Panchayats as well as Greater Bengaluru civic polls. The decision, taken by the state cabinet led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, aims to enhance transparency and rebuild public confidence in the electoral system. This change will apply to all forthcoming local body elections in the state and will replace the use of electronic voting machines. To facilitate the shift, amendments to the Karnataka Conduct of Election Rules are to be introduced within a short timeframe.