What’s in the news?

• To combat the spread of misinformation and uphold the integrity of the electoral process, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a ‘Myth vs Reality Register’ as part of the ongoing General Elections 2024. 
• The ‘Myth vs Reality Register’ is accessible to the public through the Election Commission’s official website (https://mythvsreality.eci.gov.in/). 
• The factual Matrix of the Register will be continuously updated regularly to include the latest busted fakes and fresh FAQs. 
• The ‘Myth vs Reality Register’ serves as a comprehensive repository of factual information to dispel myths and falsehoods circulating during the election period, thereby empowering them to make informed decisions. 
• It has been designed in a user-friendly format broadly covering areas of myths and misinformation around EVM/VVPAT, Electoral Roll/Voter Services, Conduct of Elections and others. 

https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2016941