05 May 2024 PIB
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1. Largest ever global delegation to witness India's General Election
1.Largest ever global delegation to witness India’s General Election
Syllabus: GS-2, Polity
Prelims: International Election Visitors’ Programme
International Election Visitors’ Programme (IEVP):
- The Election Commission of India (ECI) inaugurated the IEVP in New Delhi with 75 delegates from 23 countries.
- The event aimed to promote transparency and uphold high electoral standards globally.
Insights from Chief Election Commissioner Shri Rajiv Kumar:
- Shri Rajiv Kumar highlighted India’s significant contribution to global democracy.
- He emphasized the unique features of Indian elections, such as voluntary registration and voting.
- The credibility of Indian electoral processes is evidenced by high voter turnout and widespread registration.
Scale and Diversity of Indian General Elections:
- Over 970 million voters will be facilitated by 15 million polling personnel across 1 million Polling Stations.
- The delegates were invited to witness the diverse expressions of India’s electorate.
- The event aimed to immerse foreign delegates in the “festival of democracy” firsthand.
Bilateral Interactions and Briefing Sessions:
- The ECI engaged in bilateral discussions with Chief Election Commissioners of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Nepal.
- Delegates were briefed on various aspects of Indian elections, including EVM-VVPAT, IT initiatives, and media roles.
- Sessions provided insights into India’s electoral system and best practices for foreign Election Management Bodies (EMBs).
Observational Visits and Program Conclusion:
- Delegates will visit six states to observe polling and preparedness in diverse constituencies.
- The IEVP will conclude on May 9, 2024, aiming to familiarize foreign EMB delegates with India’s electoral system and practices.
- The largest-ever delegation from 23 countries and organizations is participating in the event, reflecting its global significance.
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