Voting Rights in India 

All you need to know

Constitutional Provision: Indian citizens aged 18 and above have the right to vote under Article 326

Universal Suffrage: Every citizen has equal voting rights regardless of caste, religion, gender, or ethnicity

Registration: Citizens must register in the electoral roll to exercise their voting rights during elections

Voter ID: The Election Commission issues a voter ID card as proof of identity for voting

Electoral Process: Voting takes place through electronic voting machines (EVMs) in polling stations across India

Absentee Voting: Absentee voting allows eligible voters unable to physically attend polling stations to vote

Importance: Voting is a fundamental right and a civic duty essential for democracy’s functioning