szavazólapon

Szavazólapon, meaning "on the ballot paper" in Hungarian, refers to a document used in elections where voters indicate their choice of candidates or parties. This paper is the physical medium through which citizens exercise their right to vote. Typically, a szavazólapon lists the names of the candidates running for a particular office or the political parties participating in an election. Voters mark their selection on this paper, usually by placing an 'X' or a similar mark next to their preferred option.

The design and content of a szavazólapon are governed by electoral law to ensure fairness and transparency. It must be printed in a way that prevents duplication or alteration and is usually provided in a designated voting booth or area to maintain the secrecy of the vote. After marking, the szavazólapon is folded and placed into a ballot box. The counting of these papers forms the basis of election results. In some modern elections, digital versions or electronic voting machines may replace the traditional paper ballot, but the underlying principle of a marked document representing a voter's choice remains the same. The integrity of the szavazólapon is paramount to the legitimacy of any democratic election process.