How does the use of indelible ink contribute to fair elections?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: It prevents a voter from voting again
After voting, indelible ink is applied to a voter’s finger. Since it does not wash off easily, it helps identify a person who has already voted and prevents them from voting again. This reduces double voting and bogus voting, making elections fairer. It has no role in changing the vote count. Exam tip: Link indelible ink with protecting the principle of “one person, one vote.”
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It prevents a voter from voting again
Why is this the correct answer?
After voting, indelible ink is applied to a voter’s finger. Since it does not wash off easily, it helps identify a person who has already voted and prevents them from voting again. This reduces double voting and bogus voting, making elections fairer. It has no role in changing the vote count. Exam tip: Link indelible ink with protecting the principle of “one person, one vote.”
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Civics question. Chapter: Electoral Politics. Topic: What makes elections in India free and fair?.
