2007-10-02 01:00:05 · 5 answers · asked by rachna gupta 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
T.N. Seshan the Chief Election Commissioner of India from 1990 to 1996 was the first person to introduce Votors cards for votors.
2007-10-02 02:24:38 · answer #1 · answered by Sukhbir (chdpac) 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I doubt anyone can tell you exactly "who" invented the idea behind the voter card, but I can certainly share the "why" with you . . .
Back in the "good old days" elections were fairly small, community oriented events in most jurisdictions. Those who worked at the polls, by and large, knew everyone who came to vote. ID's weren't needed for that very reason. During this time, most people were born, grew up, lived, and died in the same town. Leaving was a rare occurrence.
As our population increased, we became a more fluid society. Moving around became more normal, and soon poll workers couldn't be sure who all the people in their registration book were.
This gave rise to the voter ID card. A simple piece of paper that was given to you when you registered, it contained your precinct number, some of your voting district information, and usually the location of your polling place. You were required to bring it with you in order to vote. The oldest voter ID cards I have seen date back to the late 60's-early 70's.
Since your voter ID card didn't have your picture on it, just your signature, eventually concerns over voter fraud brought us to where we are today: most jurisdictions have done away with the "voter ID card" as a required item and most can vote by producing a photo ID, such as a driver’s license.
In some states (like Georgia), voter ID laws are being challenged as unfairly impacting those who don't drive or can't afford a $10 state ID. In other places (like Florida), voter ID requirements are a commonly accepted practice.
Hope this helps!
2007-10-02 01:43:26 · answer #2 · answered by Phil N. D'Oval 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It was Mr T N Sheshan - Chief Election Comminsioner of India.
The answer is applicable for question asked in Context with India
2007-10-02 17:14:42 · answer #3 · answered by Warrior 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Someone (or group) who realized the potential for voter fraud that exists if people can just wander into the polls claiming to be a registered voter with no way for the poll workers to verify it.
2007-10-02 01:17:25 · answer #4 · answered by gunplumber_462 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Might be some person from government organization. but sure to say, it must have been have the board of election commission would have taken action.
2007-10-02 01:10:17 · answer #5 · answered by Diamond 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋