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Abstract:
The “Blockchain-Based Voting System” is a postgraduate student project designed to address the challenges and vulnerabilities inherent in traditional voting systems. Moreover, the current voting systems frequently encounter challenges such as fraud, manipulation, and a lack of transparency. This project proposes a novel solution by leveraging blockchain technology to create a secure, transparent, and tamper-resistant voting system.
Existing System:
The current voting systems typically rely on centralized databases, making them susceptible to various security threats. Issues such as voter impersonation, ballot tampering, and lack of verifiability have raised concerns about the integrity of election processes.
Proposed System:
The proposed system utilizes blockchain to establish a decentralized and secure platform for conducting elections. Blockchain’s immutable and distributed ledger ensures transparency, integrity, and resistance to unauthorized access. Each vote is recorded as a transaction, providing a transparent and auditable trail.
System Requirements:
The system requires a network of computers (nodes) to form the blockchain network. Participants include voters, election authorities, and auditors. Smart contracts are employed to automate and enforce the rules of the election.
Hardware and Software Requirements:
Hardware requirements include standard computing devices for voters and authorities. Nodes hosting the blockchain require sufficient processing power and storage. Software requirements encompass a blockchain platform (e.g., Ethereum), a web server, and a database for managing voter information.
Architecture:
The system architecture consists of a decentralized blockchain network where each node maintains a copy of the ledger. Smart contracts manage the execution of election rules, ensuring a transparent and secure process. Users interact with the system through a web-based interface.
Technologies Used:
- Blockchain platform: Ethereum, Hyperledger, or a similar decentralized platform.
- Smart contracts: smart contract language.
- Web development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript for the user interface.
- Database: MySQL, MongoDB, or similar for managing user data.
Web User Interface:
The web interface provides a user-friendly platform for voters to cast their ballots securely. It includes features such as voter authentication and a confirmation mechanism. Election authorities have a separate interface for managing the election, verifying results, and addressing any issues that may arise.
In conclusion, the “Blockchain-Based Voting System” project aims to revolutionize the election process by introducing a secure and transparent framework. By leveraging blockchain technology, the system enhances the integrity of voting systems and contributes to the development of trustworthy and verifiable electoral processes.
