In China, voting is not mandatory. However, the government encourages citizens to participate in the electoral process. In recent years, voter turnout has been increasing. In the 2017 National People's Congress election, for example, voter turnout was over 90%.
Voting in China is done by secret ballot. This means that voters can cast their ballots without fear of being punished or intimidated. However, there have been some concerns raised about the fairness of elections in China. Some critics allege that the government uses various methods to influence the outcome of elections, including voter fraud, intimidation, and surveillance.
Despite these concerns, elections in China are generally considered to be fair and transparent. The Chinese government has made efforts to improve the electoral process in recent years, and these efforts have been reflected in increased voter turnout and greater citizen participation.