EC launches Braille-enabled Voter IDs

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EC launches Braille-enabled Voter IDs

News:

  1. 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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