Polling and counting of votes

Intimidation prevents some voters from freely using their right. In exams, write both equal vote value and freedom.

A stage-wise process reduces the possibility of errors and arbitrariness. In exams, link it with institutional election procedure.

Assistance must be limited to the process only. In exams, separately identify violation of secrecy.

Stopping an eligible voter weakens political equality and participation. In exams, connect it with voting right.

A rule-based decision reduces the possibility of bias. In exams, link it with validity and trust.

Unauthorised presence can affect fair and peaceful polling. In exams, connect it with booth discipline.

EVM helps record and count votes in an organised way. In exams, connect technology with transparent rules.

Orderly arrangements give every voter a peaceful chance to vote. In exams, write it as a practical form of political equality.

Records allow the process to be understood and checked during disputes. In exams, connect records with accountable administration.

Bogus votes weaken the choice of genuine voters. In exams, link it with one person one vote.

Only the authorised declaration is treated as the official result. In exams, write the difference between valid result and rumour.

Without transparency, doubts about the result may increase. In exams, write both trust and legitimacy.

The purpose of security is to protect voters from fear, not to suggest choices. In exams, link security with a fair environment.

Voting in another person’s name takes away the real voter’s right. In exams, call it bogus voting.

Secret voting protects voters and transparent counting builds trust in results. In exams, write them as two different functions.

Official impartiality allows the voter to decide freely. In exams, write the importance of administrative neutrality.

Wrong names or symbols can affect the voter’s choice. In exams, connect it with voter convenience and fairness.

Equal rules ensure fairness for all voters and parties. In exams, remember the term rule of law.

Without verification, the accuracy of the result may be questioned. In exams, write verification as a necessary precaution before final declaration.

Bribery is an attempt to buy the voter’s choice. In exams, write it as an example of electoral corruption.