Evaluating Block Chain Based Voting Systems: An Empirical Study on Public Administration Adoption and Challenges

Altantuya Dashnyam; Amarjargal Peljid; Burmaa Natsag; Ariungerel Tseden-Ish; Zahid Ali; Muhammad Adnan Kaim Khani; Sana Hassan

doi:10.57239/PJLSS-2025-23.2.005

Author(s)

Altantuya Dashnyam National University of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Amarjargal Peljid National University of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Burmaa Natsag National University of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Ariungerel Tseden-Ish National University of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Zahid Ali Department of Computer Science, ILMA University

Muhammad Adnan Kaim Khani Department of Computer Science, ILMA University

Sana Hassan Department of Computer Science, ILMA University

Abstract

Block chain technology integration into electoral systems is attracting international attention for its ability to improve security, transparency, and voter confidence. Its successful implementation, however, hinges on the preparedness and position of public administration. This research empirically investigates adoption issues, policy implications, and security concerns of block chain voting in public administration. A mixed-method technique is applied through which information is gathered from structured interviews, questionnaires with policymakers, IT experts, and electoral officials. Qualitative analysis monitors adoption impediments of particular relevance including legal, technical, and trust aspects: quantitative data talks the suggested policies based on these inputs. Findings can be used to assess on the basis of proof that how public administration might enable block chain voting and establish a plan of action to implement this transformation. Our study, contributes to the digital democracy debate and offers governments ideas for bettering electoral integrity through block chain technology.

Publication Details

Page(s) 56-69

DOI 10.57239/PJLSS-2025-23.2.005

Published Journal: Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences, Volume: 23, Issue: 2, Year: 2025

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Keywords

Block chain Voting Public Administration Digital Democracy E-Voting Security Electoral Integrity Technology Adoption Election Fraud Prevention

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