Multiple choice

When does Lok Sabha or a Vidhan Sabha election candidate forfeit his security deposit?

  1. When he fails to win the election.

  2. When he fails to secure even 1/4 of total votes polled.

  3. When he fails to secure even 1/5 of total votes polled.

  4. When he fails to secure even 1/6 of total votes polled.

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Under Indian election law, a candidate contesting for the Lok Sabha or Vidhan Sabha must secure more than one-sixth (1/6) of the total valid votes polled to save their security deposit from being forfeited.