Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The integrity of electoral processes is fundamental to the legitimacy of governance in democratic societies. Traditional voting systems have long been susceptible to fraud, tampering, and lack of transparency, eroding public trust in elections. With the increasing digitalization of modern society, secure and efficient alternatives to conventional voting mechanisms are urgently required. Blockchain technology, with its inherent features of decentralization, immutability, and cryptographic security, offers a transformative solution to safeguard electoral integrity. This paper investigates the potential of blockchain-based voting systems to mitigate vulnerabilities in traditional processes. By juxtaposing conventional and digital approaches, examining case studies, and evaluating design architectures, the study provides insights into how blockchain can enhance transparency, trust, and inclusivity in democratic participation. Ethical considerations and future trends are also explored to present a comprehensive outlook on the adoption of blockchain in electoral systems
Authors: Ms. Sonal Shukla, Atul Singh, Deependra Verma
Institution: Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4413822008