The Effectiveness of Election Supervisors in Participatory Supervision and the Production of High-Quality Executive and Legislative Leaders

This study adopts a normative approach to explore issues related to participatory oversight in the 2024 Indonesian general elections. The objective of this paper is to investigate the growing awareness and knowledge of the public regarding their role as participatory election monitors, and to identify the challenges they face in this capacity. The research methodology combines library and field research. Primary data is collected through direct observations and interviews with participants involved in the oversight process. Data, including primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials, are utilized to provide a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework. The findings reveal that the public’s awareness and understanding of participatory oversight have significantly increased in preparation for the 2024 elections. Citizens have become more proactive, seeking solutions to the challenges they face as election monitors. The study highlights the active engagement of the public in addressing obstacles, with several strategies identified to overcome these issues, thus enhancing the effectiveness of participatory oversight in the election process. This research contributes to the broader discourse on civic participation and election integrity in Indonesia.