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Accessibility analysis using WCAG 2.1: evidence from Indian e-government websites
1Vinod Gupta School of Management, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur, India.
Universal Access in the Information Society
|January 17, 2022
Summary
Most Indian e-government websites fail to meet accessibility standards. This study evaluated 65 websites against Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, finding widespread non-conformance with Level A. Ensuring accessibility is crucial for inclusive digital government services.
Area of Science:
- Digital Governance
- Web Accessibility
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- E-government websites are essential for delivering public services globally.
- Accessibility of these platforms is critical for inclusivity, accommodating users with diverse abilities.
- Previous research indicates a global deficit in e-government website accessibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the accessibility compliance of Indian e-government websites.
- To assess conformance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 standard.
- To identify areas for improvement in digital public service delivery.
Main Methods:
- A sample of 65 Indian e-government websites from various ministries was selected.
- Accessibility evaluation was conducted based on the WCAG 2.1 standard.
- Conformance levels, specifically Level A, were assessed.
Main Results:
- A significant majority of the evaluated Indian e-government websites do not meet Level A conformance with WCAG 2.1.
- Widespread accessibility issues were identified across the sampled websites.
- The findings highlight a gap between current practices and accessibility requirements.
Conclusions:
- Indian e-government websites generally fall short of universal accessibility standards.
- Designers and developers must prioritize accessibility during website creation.
- Improvements are needed to ensure equitable access to digital government services for all citizens.
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