Accessibility Compliance (WCAG 2.1)
The Digital Nepal 2025 initiative is committed to ensuring that every citizen, regardless of physical or cognitive ability, can exercise their right to vote with dignity and independence.
Compliance Status
This platform is engineered to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AAA standards. Our development cycle includes regular audits using automated tools (Lighthouse, Axe) and manual testing with screen reader software (NVDA, VoiceOver).
Visual Accessibility
- High-contrast theme (4.5:1 contrast ratio minimum)
- Scalable typography up to 200% without loss of content
- Support for dark mode and reduced motion preferences
Keyboard Navigation
- Full keyboard operability for all interactive elements
- Visible focus indicators for all buttons and links
- “Skip to Main Content” bypass links on every page
Cognitive Clarity
- Simple, unambiguous language and iconography
- Predictable navigation and consistent layout
- No time-limited interactions during the ballot casting
Screen Reader Optimization
- Semantic HTML5 structure and ARIA landmarks
- Descriptive alt text for all symbols and icons
- Live regions for dynamic status updates (e.g. “Casting Vote”)
Accessibility Help & Feedback
If you encounter any barriers while using this platform, please reach out to our dedicated accessibility desk. We prioritize all accessibility-related bug reports.