DESIGN OF A USER AUTHENTICATION SYSTEM & DATA SECURED HARDWARE PROTOTYPE MODEL OF A NEXT-GEN INTELLIGENT VOTING SYSTEM BASED ON BLOCKCHAIN & IOT

Abstract

On this day, abstention rates continue to rise, primarily due to the inconvenience of traveling to vote. This is why the implementation of remote e-voting is crucial in increasing voter turnout. By enabling everyone to vote without the need for travel, remote e-voting not only addresses this issue but also streamlines the voting process, delivering faster and more accurate results compared to traditional paper ballots. Given the significant importance of elections, it is imperative that any remote e-voting solution meets the highest standards of security, reliability, and transparency to instill trust among citizens. In the realm of literature, numerous remote e-voting solutions based on blockchain technology have been proposed. Blockchain technology is increasingly recognized as a cutting-edge technical infrastructure for various IT applications, as it eliminates the need for a trusted third party and decentralizes transactions, all while ensuring transparent and highly secure data storage. Moreover, it offers the capability to incorporate smart-contracts technology, which automates and executes agreements between users. In this paper, our focus lies in critically examining the most promising e-voting solutions based on blockchain technology. By doing so, we aim to shed light on the potential of these solutions and their ability to revolutionize the voting process. We are currently working on addressing the challenges within the current systems by integrating them with Arduino, a microcontroller that facilitates communication with peripherals. Our objective is to enhance efficiency and prevent any fraudulent activities like unauthorized voters. Additionally, we have incorporated a fingerprint sensor and assigned a unique identification number for authentication purposes. These measures ensure a seamless secured voting process, allowing voters to conveniently cast their votes from any location. This user-friendly approach ensures that all participants can easily exercise their voting rights safely without going to their actual location.