> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://pumpkindotfun.gitbook.io/pumpkin-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://pumpkindotfun.gitbook.io/pumpkin-docs/resources/lottery-verification-guide.md).

# Lottery Verification Guide

This document explains how to independently verify that the winner of a Pumpkin Lucky Draw was selected fairly, deterministically, and using ORAO VRF randomness.

[- Generate Merkle Root](https://app.gitbook.com/o/lwONZl1U5qRJGYjqH3Xu/s/zG9D3E5Mgu6OU8LOMEBK/~/edit/~/changes/85/resources/lottery-verification-guide/generate-merkle-root)

[- Random Number Verification](https://app.gitbook.com/o/lwONZl1U5qRJGYjqH3Xu/s/zG9D3E5Mgu6OU8LOMEBK/~/edit/~/changes/85/resources/lottery-verification-guide/random-number-verification)