The use of 'Electors Photo Identity Cards (EPIC)' by the Election Comm

The use of ‘Electors Photo Identity Cards (EPIC)’ by the Election Commission of India was started in which one of the following years ?

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1992

1993

1995

2001

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) introduced the Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC) system for voters in 1993, with the issuance beginning nationwide over the next few years. While implementation took time, the policy was announced and started in 1993.

EPIC, commonly known as the Voter ID card, is a photo identity card issued by the Election Commission of India to eligible voters. Its primary purpose is to prevent impersonation and ensure free and fair elections.

The EPIC system was launched under the tenure of then Chief Election Commissioner T. N. Seshan, as part of his efforts to reform the electoral process and curb electoral malpractice. The year 1993 marks the initiation of this significant move, although full implementation and usage for identification in all elections took some time.

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