Q. What is the primary objective of ‘Suvidha Portal’, recently developed by the Election Commission of India (ECI)?
Answer:
To streamline the process of obtaining permissions and facilities for election campaigning
Notes: The Election Commission's Suvidha portal has garnered over 73,000 applications since the announcement of Lok Sabha polls, facilitating permissions for campaigning activities. Developed to ensure fair elections, Suvidha streamlines permission requests for various campaign elements transparently, adhering to a First in First Out principle. It offers online and offline submission options, covering a range of activities from rallies to pamphlet distribution. The portal's real-time tracking enhances transparency and aids in scrutinizing election expenditures.