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Item A Comparative Analysis of Traditional versus Blockchain-based Voting Systems(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2023) Nikhare, R.V.; Chandavarkar, B.R.Voting holds immense importance in any democracy, serving as the bedrock of any country's democratic structure. It possesses the transformative potential to shape the nation's future. However, the history of elections and the voting process has witnessed significant developments. Initially, paper ballots and laborious counting methods were employed, but they faced severe criticism due to fraudulent practices and booth capturing. To address the shortcomings of the paper ballot system, Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) emerged as a technological advancement. EVMs addressed paper ballot drawbacks but concerns persist over hacking, fraud, software programming, manufacturer affiliations, machine security, and vote storage. An alternative to the prevalent EVM system is a blockchain-based voting system, although it has limitations. The primary objective of this paper is to present the working of traditional, EVM, and blockchain-based voting systems. Finally, the objective is to present a comparison between traditional, EVM, and blockchain-based voting systems. © 2023 IEEE.Item Hybrid Voting System Using Blockchain(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2024) Nikhare, R.V.Voting is a vital pillar of democracy, upholding the principles of representation and public expression. Over time, the quest for secure and efficient systems has driven the transition from paper ballots to Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Nonetheless, persistent concerns surrounding EVM security have spurred the exploration of blockchain-based voting systems. The inherent attributes of transparency and immutability offered by blockchain technology hold promise in augmenting the security and integrity of the voting process. However, blockchain-based voting systems encounter their own distinct challenges. This paper presents a pioneering hybrid voting system model that harmonizes the merits of existing systems with the potential of blockchain technology. In this hybrid model, the authentication of voters is collaboratively facilitated by government employees and blockchain technology. Subsequently, voters can securely register their votes within the blockchain. Striving to strike a delicate equilibrium between convenience and security, this model aims to engender a resilient and all-encompassing voting system that inspires trust. A comprehensive assessment of the strengths and limitations inherent in traditional voting systems is undertaken, while simultaneously exploring the vast potential of blockchain technology. By effectively addressing the concerns pertaining to security and integrity, the proposed hybrid model aspires to forge a path toward a voting system that is both resilient and unequivocally trusted. ©2024 IEEE.