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R1CS Constraint System

Definition

An R1CS (Rank-1 Constraint System) is a mathematical representation used to express a computation in a form suitable for zero-knowledge proofs. It translates a program’s operations into a set of quadratic equations that must be satisfied. This system is fundamental for constructing many types of Zero-Knowledge Succinct Non-Interactive Arguments of Knowledge (zk-SNARKs). It provides a structured way to convert arbitrary computations into a format verifiable with cryptographic techniques.