1. E-Swaraj - Proposal
Swaraj on steroids with power of internet
A complete reform “online system” which comprises of elements of Wiki-leaks + Social
media + Lokpal + Whistle blower + Online Petitions + Public interest litigations to
create a holistic framework for betterment of our country!

2. If Gandhiji was alive today he would have recommended e-swaraj?

3. Do protests bring results?
It did not work for Jan Lokpal Bill. It is the time that we the citizens stand together
for swaraj. E- Swaraj can help in creating a participatory environment amongst
the citizens!

4. A suggestion to the people of India and Mr Arvind Kejriwal
Let us all become lokpal and participate in development with the powerof internet….

5. E Swaraj components
E Internet
Swaraj Self rule

6. Request..
If you happen to like this idea, please circulate it as
much as possible and make it happen please..

7. Why we need an e-swaraj?
Image source:
http://www.iop.harvard.edu/fighting-
corruption-india
Politicians are eating away the
public tax money which is
intended for reforms.
We need a “citizen
participatory”
framework to eradicate
corruption
Internet can become a very lucid
platform for participation and
awareness.

8. Why we need an e-swaraj?
The farmers are
committing suicides
Because they don’t get faciilities,
They don’t get proper money for their
Crops.

9. Soldiers are getting killed
These lives might be saved if
there are better intelligence,
policies by the government.
Why we need an e-swaraj?

10. Why we need an e-swaraj?
Criminals and rapists
have no fear because the
judiciary has loopholes
Even if people are caught for
Heinous crimes they come
Out of the jail after paying a
Small “bail” because of lack of
Evidence or other reasons.

11. Rich are becoming richer
Poor is being exploited
And is at the mercy of
Capitalists and big businesses.
Capitalism is gaining
heights in the country
Because they have
Political connections
Why we need an e-swaraj?

12. Why we need an e-swaraj?
Police is corrupt And Hesitates
in Filing complaints
Common person is afraid of
Police rather than faith!

13. Why we need an e-swaraj?
Lack of civic facilities
Water problems
Electricity problems
Safety problems
Who will listen?
How to bring a change?

14. Why we need an E-swaraj?
Child labor
Poor people send their children to
work so that can earn something to
eat.
The money that goes to capitalists or
politicians which should go to
parents of such children who get
decent money and don’t have to
make their children to work!
Effective labour policies have to
made but no action is taken because
Lack of interest by the government.

15. Why we need an E-swaraj?
Because reforms are needed
To provide basic facilities to people
Disaster management, housing
and several other issues are faced by
People all over the country.

16. Introducing
E - swaraj
An online portal to discuss, ideate, leak
corruption secrets, report and work on
cases

17. E - swaraj
E – swaraj A website with three sections
E swaraj
Wiki
With guidelines tips/tutorials on how to file RTI applications/ details about
making the govt more answerable.
Forums
Where people come and discuss queries.
Cases
The petition and reform system where people contribute to expose corrupt
people and loopholes of the system. People contribute here to make case
stronger.
News
Campaigns where people organize campaigns for different things.

18. E – swaraj site structure
Wiki Forums Cases News

19. Part 1 Wiki
This section will contain all the details, ideas and information for common
citizens
• Duties as citizen
• How to get work done in any department
• How to file RTI applications
• How to get expenses details at municipality
• Tracking other expenses in the government
• List of cases and other details
• All other details that will help citizens
The information in this site can be moderated and
people can be contributed

20. Benefits of wiki
It will empower people with knowledge in getting small things done without giving
any bribes. File RTI applications and other things.
All the “cases” will be mentioned with details here, people can add information here
so the campaigns and cases will become stronger.

21. Forums
People can come here and discuss specific queries .
Others can guide and help them.
It can be a good place divided by topics, people can
introduce themselves, ask for opinions, share facts
information or guidelines regarding

22. Cases n petitions
Cases n petitions
• A case can be started by any individual, other people can support the case.
• Case can be of any nature, a petition for policy reform,
• People can anonymously add facts to the case or upload documents which will
strengthen the cause.
• People can also start events here related to local events. Meetings,
Cleaning campaigns or other social work.

23. News section
In the news section people can write their success stories. Or write editorials.
People can vote for important news and it can become featured section of
the website.

24. Benefits of running an E Swaraj Portal

25. Benefits of running an E Swaraj Portal
A safe playground for whistle blowers!
Whistle blowers can add facts/documents and other information
to complaint for a corruption case.
Because everything is online the whistle blower will not be at
any sort of risk of being man handled or harmed .

26. Don’t just expose but also lead it to a result”.
Mr Kejriwal has been criticized for not taking action but only exposing the scams. The reason that
its not possible for a small team of Kejriwal to take up all the cases.
Once the platform is online, people can join in any “cases” and take it forward. Teams can be built
online and even busy people contribute.
People can add information to a case. Contribute their knowledge or other means. This might
even help judiciary that if they have more information the decision would be quick!
Benefits of running an E Swaraj Portal

27. Transparency
Because everything is available online the process will be
complete transparent and readily available to everyone. And
because of its interactive nature each and every citizen would
be able to contribute and make it better!

28. Examples n ideas
Some examples on how E swaraj portals may be used…

29. Wiki example - pages of corrupt politicians
Database of corrupt politicians along with details and proof of
whatever
Corruption they have done.
This will act as a reference for people whom to not vote for!

30. Forums – a place to discuss ideas
Suppose a person wants to discuss some idea on how
to improve the sanitation in their locality can come
and discuss it on the forum.
People and knowledgable members like lawyers,
engineers can guide him on how to proceed for
application and get things done.
Everyone in the forum will act like a lokpal who will
report cases to the other members and initiate
discussions.

31. “Cases” section benefits
Different types of cases and campaigns can be filed
Example of a reform suggestion type case –
Case title: Free internet for students in school
Case no : xxxx –
Information :
Why is this important, facts and process that is being followed. Even other members can add
information after being moderated by the creater/manager of individual case.

32. Case example 2
Example of a lack of cleanliness in a neighbourhood
Case title: Uncleanliness in Mayur Vihar Sector xx Delhi
Details:
Photographs:
Videos:
Comments etc.

33. Case section will be most important
The case section would be the best place for reforms. Because here people will gather
facts and put it in the public domain for the parliament to consider to bring the
change as suggested.
Anyone can comment and contribute to the case. So it will become a collective effor t
by everyone to bring a positive change in the society.
Because information is in public domain and traceable the government would become
answerable and sooner or later they will either have to give an explanation or act
upon the request.
Case section will encourage new ideas

34. FAQs
Why carry out such activities on the internet?
Simply because its faster, more accessible and interactive!
Will people get involve in such site?
People are already getting involved in political and country related issues on social
websites.

35. Why do we need seperate website for all this. There’s
facebook already?
Facebook is not specialised for this task. It’s good for updates
and news but its not as much interactive as a dedicated forum
and a wiki would be. Moreover, facebook will lack
customizations like starting cases n campaigns.
FAQs

36. FAQs
Who will start the site? Host etc?
Im sure that civil society have enough resources and team members with
technical expertise to start such a project .
Hosting cost is not very high these days and can be easily met through
donations.

37. Thank you for reading through this document.
I think there is no reason why such a project cannot be started after mutual
discussions and value additions by people across India.
This kind of a platform will enable people from all age groups to interact with
country related matters.
Moreover, it’s a result oriented system. So it will bring measurable changes.
And even small and big campaigns will be given equal importance.
Thank you

38. Looking forward for a positive response from you!