Multiple choice

Who gives recognition to political parties in India?

  1. The Parliament

  2. The President

  3. The Supreme Court

  4. The Election Commission

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is the constitutional authority responsible for recognizing and registering political parties under the Symbols Order, 1968. The ECI grants recognition to national and state parties based on their electoral performance. Neither the Parliament, President, nor Supreme Court has this constitutional mandate.