Question

Two statements are given. Choose the correct option based on the statements
Statements :
1. EVM, the Electronic Voting Machine is a device used to electronically record and count votes cast in elections
2. The Election Commission of India EVM consists of Ballot Unit, Central Unit and VVPAT

• A. Only (1) is true
• B. Only (2) is true
• C. Both (1) and (2) are true
• D. Both (1) and (2) are false

Hint:

Always look for terminological nuances in statement-based questions. Words like "Control," "Central," or "Command" might sound similar but have different legal/technical meanings.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) have replaced paper ballots in Indian elections to ensure transparency, speed, and accuracy in the electoral process. Understanding their technical components is essential for electoral literacy.

Step 1: Defining the EVM (Statement 1).
The EVM consists of two main assemblies: the Control Unit and the Balloting Unit. It is used to record the preferences of voters electronically and allows for rapid counting of votes after the polling ends. It was first used in Kerala in 1982 on an experimental basis. Statement 1 is correct.

Step 2: Analyzing the components (Statement 2).
A standard ECI-approved EVM setup consists of three specific parts:
• Ballot Unit (BU): Where the voter presses the button.
• Control Unit (CU): Managed by the Polling Officer.
• VVPAT: Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail. Statement 2 uses the term "Central Unit" instead of "Control Unit." In technical and electoral terminology, the brain of the EVM is always called the Control Unit.

Step 3: Determining the error.
Because of the inaccurate terminology ("Central Unit" vs "Control Unit"), Statement 2 is technically false. Thus, only Statement 1 stands as true. $\text{Correct Components} = \text{BU} + \text{CU (Control Unit)} + \text{VVPAT}$ Final Answer: Option A