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DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET
This
research paper explores the evolution of voting systems, assessing
vulnerabilities in traditional methods and investigating blockchain technology
as a solution. Traditional voting systems encounter challenges concerning
security, transparency, and accessibility, prompting a transition towards
blockchain-based online voting. Blockchain, originating from cryptocurrencies,
decentralizes control, thereby enhancing transparency, integrity, and security
in elections. Real-world case studies from Estonia and West Virginia offer
insights into implementation and successes. Ethical considerations, including
privacy and consent, alongside societal impacts like inclusivity and
democratization, are scrutinized. The proposed blockchain-based voting system
prioritizes decentralization, tamper resistance, and interoperability. Security
measures incorporate cryptographic techniques and multi-factor authentication.
Transparency is assured through a publicly accessible blockchain ledger,
facilitating an auditable voting process. The paper addresses challenges like
voter accessibility and election anonymity, proposing mitigation strategies.
Future directions entail integrating blockchain with AI and machine learning
for interoperability and standardization. Collaboration among policymakers,
technologists, and researchers is pivotal for advocating secure, transparent,
and accessible blockchain-based voting systems, with the goal of fostering
globally participatory elections.
Country : India
IRJIET, Volume 8, Issue 6, June 2024 pp. 98-104