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Electoral Literacy Club

Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) 
Electoral Literacy Clubs are being established across India to enhance electoral literacy among all age groups of Indian citizens. These clubs aim to engage people through interesting activities and hands-on experiences in an apolitical, neutral, and non-partisan manner. A significant focus is on colleges, targeting new voters aged 18-21 years who are pursuing their graduation.
The ELC at Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology was constituted in the academic year 2023-24. The club includes students from all semesters as its members. The coordinators appointed for the ELC are Mr. Kiran K S, Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering department, and Ms. Ashna Mohan, Assistant Professor in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering department.

Objectives of ELC

  • Each floor has aVoter Education: Educate targeted populations about voter registration, the electoral process, and related matters through hands-on experience.
  • EVM and VVPAT Familiarization: Facilitate familiarization with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT), and educate about the robustness of EVMs and the integrity of the electoral process.
  • Understanding the Value of Vote: Help the target audience understand the value of their vote and exercise their right to vote confidently, comfortably, and ethically.
  • Community Electoral Literacy: Harness the potential of ELC members to spread electoral literacy within their communities.
  • Voter Registration Facilitation: Facilitate voter registration for eligible members who are not yet registered.
  • Culture of Electoral Participation: Develop a culture of electoral participation, maximize informed and ethical voting, and follow the principles of "Every vote counts" and "No Voter to be Left Behind."

Activities Conducted
The ELC at Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology, in association with NSS and Hindustan Scout and Guide members, has conducted various activities, including:

  • Poster Designing: Creative sessions where students design posters to promote electoral awareness and participation.
  • Mere Pahla Vote, Desh Ke Liye Campaign: A campaign to motivate first-time voters to participate in the electoral process.
  • Voters Awareness Program: Programs designed to educate and inform students about the importance of voting and the electoral process.

These activities aim to foster a deeper understanding of the electoral process, encourage active participation, and ensure that every eligible voter exercises their right to vote