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Online Voting System using Face Recognition and Blockchain Vishwajeet Khalate1, Prof. S. A. .Dabahde2, Aditya Sawant3, Sanket Paygude4, Vishal Tarange5 1,3,4,5 Student, Department of Computer Engineering, SVPM’s College of Engineering, Malegaon BK, Maharashtra,
India. 2Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Engineering, SVPM’S College of Engineering Malegaon BK,
Baramati, Maharashtra, India. ---------------------------------------------------------------------***--------------------------------------------------------------------lifecycle—from voter authentication to vote storage and Abstract - This report presents a novel blockchain-
counting. With features like real-time verification, decentralized ledgers, and user-friendly interfaces, this solution has the potential to redefine the future of digital democracy.With increasing digitization and the need for more secure and accessible election systems, the concept of online voting has gained attention. Traditional paper-based voting is vulnerable to manipulation, duplication, and inefficiencies. Electronic voting, while convenient, often lacks trust due to centralized data control and weak security mechanisms. This report proposes a system that integrates facial recognition with blockchain technology to overcome these limitations. It focuses on automating the verification process, ensuring data integrity, and enhancing overall trustworthiness in public elections.
integrated electronic voting system that uses facial recognition technology for secure, remote, and transparent elections. By combining biometric voter verification with blockchain's immutable recordkeeping, the system ensures one person-one vote, removes centralized authority, and addresses key concerns of vote manipulation and identity fraud. The system is designed to provide user-friendly interaction, robust authentication, and end-to-end transparency, making it a viable solution for modern democratic processes.
Key Words: Online voting, blockchain, face recognition, biometric security.
authentication,
e-voting,
decentralized
The essence of democracy lies in fair and transparent elections. Yet, conventional voting methods struggle to meet modern requirements for reliability, accessibility, and fraud prevention. Emerging technologies such as blockchain and artificial intelligence offer transformative solutions to these issues. Blockchain ensures a tamper-proof record of votes, while AI-powered face recognition eliminates impersonation.
1. INTRODUCTION The democratic process relies heavily on fair, secure, and accessible voting mechanisms. Traditional paper-based voting systems, though time-tested, have several shortcomings such as limited accessibility, delayed counting, and vulnerability to human error and fraud. As the world becomes more connected and technology-driven, there is a growing need to modernize election systems to keep pace with digital advancements. Online voting presents a promising solution, offering convenience and speed. However, it brings challenges related to security, voter authentication, and trust.
2. PROBLEM STATEMENT Modern voting systems, particularly traditional paper-based or even basic electronic methods, face a range of critical limitations. Centralized architectures make them vulnerable to cyberattacks, manipulation, and data breaches. Moreover, manual identification methods such as ID cards are prone to forgery and human error, often resulting in issues such as duplicate voting or identity theft. These shortcomings undermine the legitimacy of elections and reduce public trust in democratic institutions.
To address these challenges, emerging technologies like blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) can be leveraged to create robust e-voting platforms. Blockchain, known for its decentralization and immutability, ensures vote integrity and prevents tampering. Simultaneously, AI-powered facial recognition offers an efficient and non-intrusive method for verifying voter identities. The combination of these technologies can significantly enhance the reliability and transparency of online elections, fostering greater voter confidence.
In addition, traditional systems do not offer a scalable or inclusive solution for remote and differently-abled voters. Geographic limitations, transportation issues, and long queues at polling booths discourage voter turnout. Furthermore, the lack of transparency in vote recording and counting often leads to disputes and allegations of tampering. There is an urgent need for an automated, secure, and transparent mechanism that simplifies the
This report introduces a blockchain-based face recognition voting system that aims to modernize the electoral process. The proposed system not only eliminates the dependence on centralized authorities but also secures the entire voting
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