Overview
- Published by the Karnataka Monitoring and Evaluation Authority, the study finds 91.31% of respondents say elections are free and fair and 83.61% express trust in EVM accuracy.
- The survey covered 5,100 people across 102 assembly constituencies in all four divisions and was conducted by GRAAM in May 2025 for the Chief Electoral Officer’s SVEEP assessment.
- BJP leaders cite the findings to counter Rahul Gandhi’s ‘vote chori’ allegations, calling the results a direct blow to the Congress narrative.
- Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and minister Priyank Kharge argue the survey predates the August 2025 allegations, samples roughly 50 people per constituency, and reflects perceptions rather than an integrity audit; they also question the contractor’s independence.
- The report also notes concerns over election inducements and money power, with 16.33% reporting inducement attempts and 44.90% saying money’s influence is rising, even as the state proposes paper ballots for upcoming local-body polls.