How to answer the UPSC interview question: Should the use of electronic voting machines (EVMs) be discontinued in favor of paper ballots to ensure transparency and prevent tampering?

The question of whether the use of EVMs should be discontinued in favor of paper ballots requires careful consideration.

The use of electronic voting machines (EVMs) has been a significant development in the electoral process, bringing efficiency and speed to voting. However, concerns have been raised about the transparency and vulnerability of EVMs to tampering.

Should the use of electronic voting machines (EVMs) be discontinued in favor of paper ballots to ensure transparency and prevent tampering?

This article explores the arguments surrounding the use of EVMs and whether their discontinuation in favor of paper ballots would ensure greater transparency and prevent tampering in the electoral process.