ECI Rules on Mobile Phones & Photography inside Polling Stations Context: The Election Commission of India has issued strict guidelines prohibiting the use of digital devices inside polling stations. Ban on devices inside booths Mobile phones, cameras, smartwatches, and other electronic devices are not allowed inside polling stations Violation & Punishment Taking photos, selfies, or videos inside polling booths can lead to: Up to 3 months imprisonment, or Fine, or both Devices used in violation may be confiscated Current Facts TTRO - Tertiary Treatment Reverse Osmosis Tamil Nadu is home to six particularly vulnerable tribal groups (PVTGs) — Toda, Kota, Kurumbas, Irular, Paniyan, and Kattunayakan. Anaithu Grama Anna Marumalarchi Thittam (AGAMT), launched in 2006 by then Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, was aimed at developing infrastructure in rural panchayats. Legal Provision Photographing voting on EVM is a serious offence under Section 128 of the Representation of the People Act 1951 (maintaining vote secrecy) Additional Powers The Election Commission may also disqualify offenders, restricting future voting rights Purpose of Restrictions To ensure secrecy and integrity of voting process To maintain the sanctity of elections Permitted Activity Voters may take selfies with inked fingers only after exiting the polling station
