Secure and Transparent Voting using Blind Signatures

This paper presents a secure and privacy- preserving electronic voting system based on blind signatures, simulating core principles of blockchain technology. The system enables voters to register using a unique Voter ID and password, ensuring authenticated access to the voting process. It employs RSA-based blind signature cryptography to provide end-to-end vote privacy, allowing votes to be verified without exposing their content. To maintain vote integrity and prevent tampering, all digitally signed ballots are stored in an immutable in-memory structure that emulates a blockchain ledger. The system enforces a one-vote-per-user policy and delivers real-time feedback to enhance process transparency. Additionally, it integrates detailed candidate profiles including symbols, party names, and descriptions to support informed decision-making by voters. The architecture prioritizes security, voter anonymity, and transparency without requiring a full blockchain or third-party involvement. This approach demonstrates the feasibility of blind signature protocols in lightweight, trustless voting environments keywords—blind signatures, cryptography, electronic voting, privacy, RSA, secure voting, transparency