CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2023
| Author | Boitsova, Nadezhda |
|---|---|
| Title | Voting for a Better Future: The Promise and Reality of Digital Ballot Processing Systems in Russian Elections |
| Summary | Russian elections, like all other elections held around the world, are gradually transitioning towards increased digitalization. This MA thesis investigates the patterns of electoral fraud in the 2021 elections and explores causal relations between the usage of KOIBs (Kompleks obrabotki izbiratel'nykh byulleteney, which stands for Digital Ballot Processing Systems) and the amount of electoral fraud in the polling stations during the State Duma elections. Employing a case study approach, the research provides a comprehensive examination of electoral manipulation in Russia. The findings reveal that while KOIBs have proven effective in reducing certain types of manipulations, they are not designed to address fraud occurring outside the polling stations. The thesis underscores the significance of a multi-method approach during the research on fraud and contributes to the ongoing debate on the efficacy of digital technologies in democratizing the electoral process. By analyzing a wide range of resources, including legal documents, expert opinions, and observers' reports, the study enhances understanding of the complex dynamics of electoral fraud in Russia. The conclusion emphasizes the need for further research and the development of comprehensive strategies to strengthen electoral systems, ensuring their integrity and the accurate representation of the people's will. |
| Supervisor | Bochsler Daniel |
| Department | Political Science MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2023/boitsova_nadezhda.pdf |
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