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EC launches Braille-enabled Voter IDs
News:
- Recently, the Election Commission launched voter identity cards with Braille label.
Important facts:
2. It was done to ensure greater participation of persons with visual impairment in the electoral process
3. The Commission also unveiled a strategic framework on “Accessible Elections” with representatives of the Central government, political parties, NGOs and experts on disabilities.
4. A new Accessible Division in the India International Institute of Democracy and Electoral Management will also be set up.
5. The Chief Election Commissioner announced following a series of measure for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in the electoral process.
- Printing of photo-identity cards with Braille
- Accessible communication awareness materials
- A mobile phone application to motivate and educate the voters
- Appointment of Disability Coordinates at the Assembly constituency, district and State level.
- Advertise the content material for the convenience of deaf persons and free transport facility to them.
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