Democracy needs courage, character, integrity, and
knowledge, which seem diminishing and sometimes on the verge of extinction in
the country.
The soul of democracy lies in the free and fair elections. However, there is abuse of power in every election. Some truths are known to everyone yet everyone remains silent about it like- People are still lured with amenities, alcohol, and money to vote for the candidate, and fake votes are still casted.
The soul of democracy lies in the free and fair elections. However, there is abuse of power in every election. Some truths are known to everyone yet everyone remains silent about it like- People are still lured with amenities, alcohol, and money to vote for the candidate, and fake votes are still casted.
The change in technologies brought different challenges with
it like data theft, data harvesting, fake news . These can pose a threat to
electoral process in the country. When these
issues prevail, the common man becomes ‘cynical’ about the entire system.
With the rise of fake news, make believe things, and targeted
communication also changes the outcome of any process change, that means
outcome may shift towards popular swing rather than a healthy decision. This is
potent threat democracy has been facing in today’s time.
There are not enough laws to curb the use of money during
polls, as state funding is not a viable option for India.
Lack of data, and less intact legal framework is not enough
to address the issue.
Effective use of media and curbing use of fake news and paid
news are the areas where poll body should work upon.
Management of media is need of the hour, however there are
multiple dimensions which are needed to be taken into consideration.
Media practices can be improved by adopting the best media
practices around the globe.
The purification of election rolls remains a major and
important task before the Election Commission.
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A Way ahead
Voters should be educated and they need awareness. However,
even if some of the voters know the rights, yet due to the powerful people in
election- no one dares to speak against the corrupt system.
Until every citizen is wise, educated and ethically brave –
there will be some problems .Adhar card can be associated with Voter id card-
to identify the fake voters. Laws should be stringent, and media should be encouraged
to tackle the fake , and paid news.
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