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Parliamentary By-Elections

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What is a Parliamentary By-Election?

  1. An election held to fill a vacant seat in the Parliament of India.

  2. An election held to elect a new Prime Minister.

  3. An election held to elect a new President.

  4. An election held to elect a new Vice President.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Parliamentary By-Election is an election held to fill a vacant seat in the Parliament of India, which can occur due to the death, resignation, or disqualification of a sitting member.

When are Parliamentary By-Elections usually held?

  1. Within six months of the vacancy occurring.

  2. Within one year of the vacancy occurring.

  3. Within two years of the vacancy occurring.

  4. There is no fixed time frame for holding By-Elections.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the Representation of the People Act, 1951, Parliamentary By-Elections are usually held within six months of the vacancy occurring.

Who is eligible to vote in a Parliamentary By-Election?

  1. All registered voters in the constituency where the By-Election is being held.

  2. Only registered voters who are members of the political party that the deceased or disqualified member belonged to.

  3. Only registered voters who are residents of the constituency where the By-Election is being held.

  4. Only registered voters who are above the age of 21.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

All registered voters in the constituency where the By-Election is being held are eligible to vote, regardless of their political affiliation or residency status.

What is the process for conducting a Parliamentary By-Election?

  1. The Election Commission of India issues a notification announcing the By-Election.

  2. Political parties nominate their candidates for the By-Election.

  3. The candidates campaign for votes.

  4. The voters cast their votes on the day of the By-Election.

  5. The Election Commission of India counts the votes and declares the winner.

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

The process for conducting a Parliamentary By-Election involves the Election Commission of India issuing a notification, political parties nominating their candidates, the candidates campaigning for votes, the voters casting their votes, and the Election Commission of India counting the votes and declaring the winner.

What happens if a By-Election results in a tie?

  1. A re-election is held.

  2. The seat remains vacant until the next general election.

  3. The candidate with the most votes is declared the winner.

  4. The candidate with the most votes from the reserved category is declared the winner.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the event of a tie, a re-election is held within 14 days of the declaration of the result of the By-Election.

What is the significance of Parliamentary By-Elections?

  1. They allow the people to elect a new representative to fill a vacant seat in the Parliament.

  2. They provide an opportunity for political parties to test their popularity before a general election.

  3. They can impact the balance of power in the Parliament.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Parliamentary By-Elections are significant because they allow the people to elect a new representative, provide an opportunity for political parties to test their popularity, and can impact the balance of power in the Parliament.

Which Parliamentary By-Election is considered to be a landmark event in Indian politics?

  1. The 1967 By-Election in Phulpur, Uttar Pradesh.

  2. The 1977 By-Election in Chikmagalur, Karnataka.

  3. The 1984 By-Election in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.

  4. The 2019 By-Election in Kairana, Uttar Pradesh.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 1977 By-Election in Chikmagalur, Karnataka, is considered to be a landmark event in Indian politics because it marked the return of Indira Gandhi to power after the Emergency.

What is the maximum number of Parliamentary By-Elections that can be held in a year?

  1. 10

  2. 15

  3. 20

  4. There is no limit.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no limit on the number of Parliamentary By-Elections that can be held in a year.

Which state has held the highest number of Parliamentary By-Elections since 1952?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Bihar

  3. West Bengal

  4. Maharashtra

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh has held the highest number of Parliamentary By-Elections since 1952, with over 100 By-Elections being held in the state.

What is the average voter turnout in Parliamentary By-Elections?

  1. 50-60%

  2. 60-70%

  3. 70-80%

  4. 80-90%

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The average voter turnout in Parliamentary By-Elections is typically between 50-60%.

Which political party has won the most Parliamentary By-Elections since 1952?

  1. Indian National Congress

  2. Bharatiya Janata Party

  3. Communist Party of India (Marxist)

  4. All India Trinamool Congress

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian National Congress has won the most Parliamentary By-Elections since 1952, with over 400 victories.

What is the role of the Election Commission of India in Parliamentary By-Elections?

  1. To issue a notification announcing the By-Election.

  2. To nominate candidates for the By-Election.

  3. To conduct the By-Election.

  4. To count the votes and declare the winner.

  5. All of the above.

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India plays a crucial role in Parliamentary By-Elections, including issuing a notification, conducting the By-Election, and counting the votes to declare the winner.

Which Parliamentary By-Election was held in 2022?

  1. Rampur, Uttar Pradesh

  2. Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh

  3. Kairana, Uttar Pradesh

  4. Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rampur Parliamentary By-Election was held in 2022.

Which Parliamentary By-Election was held in 2021?

  1. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  2. Lakshadweep

  3. Puducherry

  4. Tripura West

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dadra and Nagar Haveli Parliamentary By-Election was held in 2021.

Which Parliamentary By-Election was held in 2020?

  1. Tejashwi Yadav

  2. Chirag Paswan

  3. Lalu Prasad Yadav

  4. Nitish Kumar

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tejashwi Yadav won the Raghopur Parliamentary By-Election in 2020.

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