Abstract

The Indian electoral system, a cornerstone of the nation's democracy, has seen substantial evolution since independence. Despite ongoing changes by the Election Commission and the insights from various committees, critical issues persist, demanding legislative action. Particularly, the prevalence of criminality within politics remains a pressing concern. Proposed reforms include stringent disclosure of candidate criminal antecedents and eligibility restrictions for those facing charges. These efforts, rooted in the historical contributions of visionaries like Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, reflect the ongoing endeavour to fortify the electoral framework.

Key words: Elected representatives, Indian Constitution, Political accountability, Corruption, Democratic values, Electoral malpractices, Criminalization, Election reforms, software, voting machine.