How does the Supreme Court address the issue of human errors in the EVM-VVPAT system

The Supreme Court acknowledged that human errors can occur in the EVM-VVPAT system, but mentioned that the manual has provisions to handle them.
  • The Supreme Court has recognized that human errors can happen in the EVM-VVPAT system.
  • The court mentioned that the Election Commission's manual provides guidelines to address such errors.
  • Provisions include the printing of a paper trail of votes through VVPAT for verification.
  • In case of discrepancies or doubts, a physical count of VVPAT slips can be conducted for reconciliation.
  • The manual also outlines the processes to be followed for addressing any issues or malfunctions that may arise during elections.
These measures aim to enhance transparency and accountability in the electoral process.
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