India, Jan. 11 -- The Sunday Guardian conducted a detailed public opinion survey between January 7 and January 10, 2026, to assess public confidence in Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) amid the ongoing political debate surrounding their credibility.

On being asked whether the public trust in EVMs has increased or declined following recent political controversies and surveys, including claims made in Karnataka, 51% of respondents felt that public trust in EVMs is increasing. In contrast, 25% believed that trust is declining. Another 16% said there has been no significant change in trust levels, while 8% said there is no trust in EVMs at all.

The survey, titled "Public Confidence in EVMs," was carried out on a total sample size of 1,014 ...