A Decentralized e-Voting System using Blockchain

Abstract: Nowadays, there has been increasing interest in leveraging blockchain technology for secure and transparent electronic voting systems. This paper presents the design and implementation of a blockchain-based e-voting system aimed at enhancing the integrity, security, and accessibility of traditional voting processes. The system architecture utilizes distributed ledger technology to record and verify votes, ensuring immutability and transparency of the electoral process. Our approach addresses key challenges such as voter anonymity, verifiability, and prevention of tampering or fraud. The implementation leverages smart contracts to automate vote counting and result tabulation, thereby minimizing the need for manual intervention and reducing the potential for errors. We discuss the technical components of the system, including the blockchain network setup, consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic techniques employed to safeguard voter privacy and data integrity. Furthermore, we evaluate the performance and scalability of the system, considering factors such as transaction throughput and latency. Real-world deployment scenarios and potential challenges in adopting blockchain-based e-voting systems are also discussed. The outcomes of this research contribute to the advancement of secure and trustworthy e-voting systems, paving the way for more inclusive and efficient democratic processes.

Keywords: Blockchain, e-voting, distributed ledger technology, smart contracts, security, transparency, integrity, voter anonymity, verifiability, cryptographic techniques, consensus mechanisms, scalability, democratic processes.