India is a democratic country where voting remains the fundamental right of the citizens. Every country, how so ever vast it may be, has set boundaries upon its governance. For every Indian citizen who is of qualified age, he or she will without any form of doubt be able to cast votes in elections. Here is a brief introduction to the procedures one is expected to follow while voting in India.
1. Finding Out Whether You Are Eligible
It is a matter of law that you should not be less than 18 years.
You should be a resident of the territory bounded by the Republic of India.
You must be included on the electoral roll.
2. Assure Your Place As A Voter
Their registration can be done through the Internet – step onto the National Voter’s Service Portal (NVSP) and take the necessary steps or go to the Electroal Registration Office available nearby.
Complete the paperwork (Form 6 for new voters) and provide additional evidence such as age and address ensuring completion of all formalities.
3. Confirm Registration
Check your name in electoral rolls on NVSP portals or with local authorities after completion of voter registration.
4. Know Your Constituency
Find the geographical region of your electorate and the candidates you are entitled to vote for. This can also be done on the NVSP website.
5. Voter ID Card
Upon completing the registration successfully, you will receive a Voter ID (EPIC) card which is vital in casting your vote.
6. Process of Voting Registration
Locate Your Polling Station: Get hold of the information concerning the location of your polling station.
Visit The Polling Station: On the day of voting, make sure that you are at your assigned polling station.
Keep Your Voter ID With You: Carry your Voter ID or any other acceptable proof of voter identity (for instance Aadhaar, passport etc).
Registe Yourself As Voter: Sign or thumb imprint on the voter registry ii. Cast Your Vote: Provide considerations to how you will place your vote through the Electronic Voting Machine EVM.
7. After Casting Your Vote
Once you are done casting your vote, you should exit the polling station. You have now cast your vote!
Important Reminders
Be informed concerning the days and hours of the elections.
Should any problems arise at the polling station, there is election staff there and they should be contacted.
1. Finding Out Whether You Are Eligible
It is a matter of law that you should not be less than 18 years.
You should be a resident of the territory bounded by the Republic of India.
You must be included on the electoral roll.
2. Assure Your Place As A Voter
Their registration can be done through the Internet – step onto the National Voter’s Service Portal (NVSP) and take the necessary steps or go to the Electroal Registration Office available nearby.
Complete the paperwork (Form 6 for new voters) and provide additional evidence such as age and address ensuring completion of all formalities.
3. Confirm Registration
Check your name in electoral rolls on NVSP portals or with local authorities after completion of voter registration.
4. Know Your Constituency
Find the geographical region of your electorate and the candidates you are entitled to vote for. This can also be done on the NVSP website.
5. Voter ID Card
Upon completing the registration successfully, you will receive a Voter ID (EPIC) card which is vital in casting your vote.
6. Process of Voting Registration
Locate Your Polling Station: Get hold of the information concerning the location of your polling station.
Visit The Polling Station: On the day of voting, make sure that you are at your assigned polling station.
Keep Your Voter ID With You: Carry your Voter ID or any other acceptable proof of voter identity (for instance Aadhaar, passport etc).
Registe Yourself As Voter: Sign or thumb imprint on the voter registry ii. Cast Your Vote: Provide considerations to how you will place your vote through the Electronic Voting Machine EVM.
7. After Casting Your Vote
Once you are done casting your vote, you should exit the polling station. You have now cast your vote!
Important Reminders
Be informed concerning the days and hours of the elections.
Should any problems arise at the polling station, there is election staff there and they should be contacted.
