Why is identity verification necessary to prevent bogus voting?
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Correct answer: So another person cannot vote in the name of a genuine voter
Identity verification ensures that only the registered, genuine voter casts the vote. It prevents impersonation, in which another person tries to vote in the name of an eligible voter. Checking a voter’s income or a candidate’s education is unrelated to preventing bogus voting. Exam tip: Link measures against bogus voting with voter identification and electoral rolls.
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So another person cannot vote in the name of a genuine voter
Why is this the correct answer?
Identity verification ensures that only the registered, genuine voter casts the vote. It prevents impersonation, in which another person tries to vote in the name of an eligible voter. Checking a voter’s income or a candidate’s education is unrelated to preventing bogus voting. Exam tip: Link measures against bogus voting with voter identification and electoral rolls.
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?.
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