In the context of elections in India, which one of the following is th

In the context of elections in India, which one of the following is the correct full form of VVPAT?

Voter Verifiable Poll Audit Trail

Voter Verifying Paper Audit Trail

Voter Verifiable Paper Account Trail

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UPSC CDS-1 – 2018

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VVPAT stands for Voter Verifying Paper Audit Trail.

VVPAT stands for Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail. Among the given options, “Voter Verifying Paper Audit Trail” is the closest, although the widely accepted and official term is “Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail”. Option B contains the correct core components “Paper Audit Trail”. The slight variation in “Verifying” versus “Verifiable” makes Option B the most accurate choice among the provided options, despite the minor discrepancy from the standard term.

The Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) is a method of providing feedback to voters using a ballot-less voting system. A VVPAT is an independent verification system used in conjunction with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). It allows voters to verify that their vote has been cast correctly by printing a paper slip containing the chosen candidate’s name and symbol, which the voter can view before it drops into a sealed box. This provides a means for auditing the electronic results.

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