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'EVMs fine when you win, tampered when you lose': SC rejects plea for reverting to ballots

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 26 November 2024
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea to switch back to ballot paper voting. The petitioner cited concerns about EVM tampering. The court rejected the argument. The petitioner also suggested regulating money and liquor use in elections. They also wanted a voter education campaign. Congress raised similar concerns after recent election losses. The Election Commission found no evidence of procedural compromise.
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