Blockchain Enabled Voting System Major Project

Blockchain Enabled Voting System

1. BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY IN Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Batch Number: Project Guide : Dr. R. Poornima K. Akshay Kumar : 2011CS020163 K.Akhilesh : 2011CS020172 S.Pranay Kumar : 2011CS020179 K.Manisha : 2011CS020180 Department of AIML, School of Engineering Malla Reddy University Blockchain Enabled Voting System

2. PROBLEM STATEMENT : In recent years, there has been a concerning trend of diminishing voter turnout alongside escalating apprehensions regarding the integrity, security, and accessibility of existing voting systems. While electronic voting (e-voting) was introduced as a potential remedy to these issues, it has proven to be neither cost-effective nor entirely free from the need for central authority supervision. However, the emergence of blockchain technology offers a promising avenue for addressing these concerns and revolutionizing the landscape of voting systems. Generally speaking, following issues are most commonly faced in any traditional voting system: Declining Voter Turnout Security and Fraud Privacy and Confidentiality Centralized Control Cost and Efficiency

3. INTRODUCTION : In response to the persistent challenges facing traditional voting systems – including issues of security, transparency, and user authentication – our project endeavors to revolutionize the electoral process through the implementation of a secure online voting system Harnessing the power of blockchain technology, we have developed a robust web portal utilizing Ethereum Blockchain Technology to ensure a tamper-resistant and transparent electoral environment. In addition to security measures, we prioritize user experience by designing a robust and simple user interface (UI) that facilitates easy navigation and efficient use of the portal. By combining security, transparency, and user-friendliness, our project aims to modernize the electoral process and restore trust in democratic institutions .

4. LITERATURE SURVEY : Electronic voting has been used in varying forms since 1970s with fundamental benefits over paper based systems such as increased efficiency and reduced errors. With the extraordinary growth in the use of block chain technologies, a number of initiatives have been made to explore the feasibility of using block chain to aid an effective solution to e-voting. It presented one such effort which leverages benefits of block chain such as cryptographic foundations and transparency to achieve an effective solution to e-voting. The proposed approach has been implemented with Blockchain and in-depth evaluation of approach highlights its effectiveness with respect to achieving fundamental requirements for an e-voting scheme.

5. RESEARCH GAP 1. Security Enhancements - Identify blockchain vulnerabilities. - Develop solutions to counter cyber threats. 2. Scalability Improvements - Optimize blockchain for large-scale elections. - Enhance transaction speed and efficiency 3. Anonymity vs. Transparency - Explore cryptographic techniques for privacy. - Ensure auditability of votes without compromising voter anonymity. 4. Regulatory Compliance - Create guidelines for legal integration. - Address legal and cross-border voting challenges.

6. BLOCK DIAGRAM / ARCHITECTURE :

7. ALGORITHMS / FLOW CHARTS Methods   Smart Contracts: Smart contracts automate the election process in a blockchain-based voting system. They execute the terms of agreements (like election rules) coded into them, enabling automated vote casting, recording, and tallying without central authority involvement. This includes validating voter eligibility, counting votes, and enforcing voting deadlines. Algorithms   Hashing: Hashing converts input data into a fixed-size string of bytes, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of vote data. It's used to create a tamper-proof record of votes, making it nearly impossible to reverse-engineer or alter votes once submitted.  

8. OBSERVATIONS Emphasizes leveraging blockchain's inherent security and transparency features to innovate the traditional voting mechanisms. Indicates a structured exploration of the problem, encompassing background study, implementation of solutions, and detailed analysis of results. The inclusion of sections on conclusions and future work suggests that the project not only addresses current challenges in online voting systems but also sets the groundwork for future advancements in the field.

9. Conclusion Decentralized Voting with Ethereum Blockchain offers a robust and transparent solution for secure elections. By leveraging blockchain technology, it ensures the integrity of votes and provides a tamper-proof platform. With continued enhancements, including improved user experience, scalability, and integration with other cutting-edge technologies, it has the potential to revolutionize the democratic process and empower citizens to participate in a trusted and efficient voting system. It represents a significant step towards building a more democratic and accountable society.