ABSTRACT

The integrity and security of electoral systems have been longstanding concerns due to vulnerabilities such as ballot tampering, vote manipulation, and a lack of transparency. These issues erode public trust in democratic institutions and highlight the urgent need for more secure, transparent, and efficient voting mechanisms. This project presents a blockchain-based voting system designed to address these critical challenges by harnessing the decentralized, immutable, and transparent attributes of blockchain technology. The proposed system ensures that votes are securely recorded on a distributed ledger, making them immutable once cast, thereby eliminating the risks associated with vote tampering or alteration. Smart contracts are integrated to automate key processes, such as vote validation and counting, reducing human error and enhancing the overall efficiency and accuracy of the election. Voter anonymity is preserved using advanced cryptographic techniques, ensuring that individuals' identities are protected, while the transparency of the blockchain allows for public auditing of election results without compromising voter privacy. Preliminary tests of the system have demonstrated its effectiveness in improving security, transparency, and scalability, making it suitable for both small-scale and national elections. The immutable nature of the blockchain ensures a verifiable audit trail of every vote, thereby reinforcing the credibility of the electoral process. Moreover, the system is capable of scaling to accommodate a large number of voters without compromising performance, offering a viable alternative to traditional voting methods. The system is implemented using TypeScript and Solidity, with smart contracts handling key election processes on a blockchain platform. Continuous user feedback and iterative development will enable further refinements, ensuring that the system becomes an even more robust and reliable tool for secure and trustworthy elections.