Electoral literacy clubs are being set up in the country to promote electoral literacy in all age group of the Indian citizens through engaging and interesting activities and hands on activity experience, but in an apolitical, neutral and non-partisan manner. Electoral Literacy club are specially being set up in colleges, across India targeting the new voters, (in the age group of 18 to 21 years old) pursuing their graduation.
Vision
Electoral literacy club aims at strengthening the culture of electoral participation among young and future voters.
Objectives
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To educate the targeted populations about voter registration, electoral process and related matters through hands on experience.
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To facilitate EVM and VVPAT familiarization and education about the robustness of EVM as well as the integrity of the electoral process using EVMs.
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To help the target audience understand the value of their vote and exercise their right to franchise in a confident, comfortable and ethical manner.
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To harness the potential of ELC members for carrying the electoral literacy in communities.
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To facilitate voter registration for its eligible members who are not yet registered.
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To develop a culture of electoral participation and maximize the informed and ethical voting and follow the principle 'Every vote counts' and 'No Voter to be Left Behind'.
Nodal Officer
Ms. Seema Sharma, Assistant Professor, Political Science