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Indian Political Parties and Elections

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Indian political parties and elections questions cover the evolution, recognition, and electoral performance of national and regional parties. Topics include historical party formations, major political alliances, and prominent leaders. This material is frequently asked in civil services and state-level competitive examinations.

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Indian Political Parties and Elections Questions

Multiple choice history emerging political trends 1977 to 2000 emerging political trends from 1977 to 2000 india: events after 1960 post independence

The Indian National Congress was defeated for the first time in the General Elections of Parliament in the year _____.

  1. 1962

  2. 1967

  3. 1977

  4. 1998
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian National Congress was defeated for the first time in the General Elections of Parliament in the year 1977. Elections were conducted immediately after emergency was called off. Opposition parties namely INCO (M. Desai), Bhartiya Lok Dal (Charan Singh) and Bhartiya Jan Sangh (Vajpayee) formed a grand alliance called Janata Party. Congress lost badly and Janata Party alliance won.

Multiple choice political science india's internal challenges internal challenges faced by india discrimination prejudice and discrimination

Which of the following insurgent group is borne out of anti-foreigners' sentiments? 

  1. Naaga

  2. U.L.F.A.

  3. Kuki National Front

  4. T.U.J.S.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

After the Independence of India, Nagaland wanted to separate itself from India as an Independent State. 99 percent of people of Nagaland voted in the favour of Referendum. The Naga Insurgency emerged in 1956 was an armed ethnic conflict led by Naga National Council between Nagas and the governments of India and Myanmar.

Multiple choice economics rural development in india basics of rural development meaning and importance of rural development agriculture sector

Which committee recommended constitutional recognition for local bodies?

  1. P. K. Thungon Committee

  2. C. Babu Rajiv Committee

  3. Chandra Shekar committee

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

  • P. K. Thungon Committee was appointed during the time of Rajiv Gandhi in the year 1988.
  • This committee suggested for constitutional recognition of Panchayat Raj System.

Multiple choice political science national integration diverse democracy diversity unity and diversity in india community and community development community development national symbols our national symbols

Which among the following was created in 1961 to ensure 'unity in diversity' in the country?

  1. Unity States Council

  2. National Integration Council

  3. National Unity Council

  4. National Democratic Council
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Integration Council originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in September-October 1961. The purpose was to find ways to counter problems that were dividing the country including attachment to specific communities, castes, regions and languages. The conference set up NIC to review national integration issues and make recommendations.

Multiple choice history the national movement (1935-42) subhas chandra bose subhas chandra bose and ina subhash chandra bose and ina

On account of his differences with Gandhiji, Subhas Chandra Bose resigned the Presidentship of the Congress(April $1939$) and organised a new party called _______.

  1. Congress Socialist Party

  2. Azad Hind Fauz

  3. Congress Liberal party

  4. Forward Block
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

In 1939, Subhash Bose believed that the Congress was strong enough to launch an immediate struggle and that the masses were ready for such struggle. Gandhiji's perceptions were very different. So Bose resigned and formed the Forward Bloc.as a new party within the Congress. Bose became the president of the Forward Bloc and S.S. Cavesheer its vice-president.

Multiple choice civics mahatma gandhi and the national movement contribution of revolutionary organisation in freedom movement revolutionary movement and important revolutionaries revolutionary movement in india quit india movement and ina early struggles of mahatma gandhi

Jay Prakash Narayan became General Secretary of ____________

  1. Swaraj Party

  2. Indian National Congress

  3. Congress Socialist Party

  4. Hindustan Repulic Association
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Socialist thoughts became popular during 1930s in and out of Congress party. By 1934, a Socialist Group had clearly emerged in the congress. Most of the socialists were younger generation. They established Congress Socialist Party. Jaya Prakash Narayan became its General Secretary. Acharya Narendra Dev, Jawaharlal Nehru and Subhas chandra Bose were the other leaders. Though Nehru identified himself as Socialist, he was with Gandhiji. The Socialists organized the farmers and workers to attain social justice in Indian society. Jayaprakash Naryan, Ram Manohar Lohia and Aruna Asf Ali and other Socialist leaders took part in Quit India movement and performed major roles in its success and emerged as popular leaders.

Multiple choice civics mahatma gandhi and the national movement contribution of revolutionary organisation in freedom movement revolutionary movement and important revolutionaries revolutionary movement in india quit india movement and ina early struggles of mahatma gandhi

What benefits did the Poona Pact offer to the depressed classes?

  1. $44$ seats in the central legislature
  2. $20\%$ reservation in the provincial legislature
  3. $19\%$ seats in the central legislature and $148$ seats in the provincial legislature
  4. $50\%$ reservation in the ICS
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Poona Pact was an agreement between Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi signed on September 24, 1932 at Yerwada Central Jail in Pune, to break Mahatma Gandhi's fast unto death. Poona pact was the result of communal award granted in 1932 by the British government. It provided asked for allocation of 148 seats to depressed classes in the provincial legislature. In the Central Legislature, 19% of the seats would be reserved for the Depressed Classes.

Multiple choice civics why do we need a parliament? parliamentary procedures parliamentary system parliamentary system and procedures

The factor which helped Bhartiya Janata Party ( BJP) to form government at the centre was __________________.

  1. Cultural nationalism.

  2. Opposition of special status to Jammu and Kashmir.

  3. Common civil code.

  4. Alliance with regional parties.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The BJP's rise to power at the national level in India was significantly facilitated by its ability to form coalitions with various regional parties, which helped it cross the majority threshold. While the other options represent ideological stances, they were not the primary structural factor that enabled government formation.

Multiple choice civics why do we need a parliament? parliamentary procedures parliamentary system parliamentary system and procedures

Which Parliamentary Committee in Indian system of democracy is chaired by a member of Opposition Party?

  1. Estimates Committee

  2. Joint Parliamentary Committee

  3. Public Accounts Committee

  4. Finance Committee
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is chaired by leader of opposition and elected members of Parliament, constituted by the Parliament of India, for the auditing of the revenue and the expenditure of the Government of India.

Multiple choice political science election and democracy election commission the election commission and electoral reforms the electoral process

The Election Commission of India, recognized six national parties in _____________.

  1. 2000

  2. 2002

  3. 2004

  4. 2006
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

There were six national recognised parties in the country in 2006. The following parties are: 

Indian National Congress (INC)
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) 
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) 
Communist Party of India - Marxist (CPI-M) 
Communist Party of India (CPI)
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)

Multiple choice political science election and democracy election commission the election commission and electoral reforms the electoral process

The political parties are being instructed to file income tax returns every year by the ______________.

  1. Election Commission

  2. Supreme Court

  3. Parliament

  4. Central Government
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation
Political parties registered with the Election Commission of India are exempt from paying Income Tax under Section 13A of Income Tax Act, 1961 as long as the political parties file their Income Tax Returns every Assessment Year along with their audited accounts, Income/ Expenditure details and balance sheet. Hence, Option A is correct. The rest of the organisations are not in charge of income tax filing, hence, incorrect. 

Multiple choice political science election and democracy election commission the election commission and electoral reforms the electoral process

Which body has officially banned wall writing by parties during election times?

  1. Muncipal Commission

  2. Election Commission

  3. Constitutional Commission

  4. Political Parties
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation
Election Commission has officially banned wall writing by parties during election times. Most political parties argue that was the cheapest way for their campaign. These election times were used to create amazing graffiti on the walls.
Multiple choice political science election and democracy election commission the election commission and electoral reforms the electoral process

In India, the symbols to Political Parties are decided by the _________________.

  1. Vice President of India

  2. Election commission

  3. Electoral committee of political party

  4. Chief Justice of India
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Political parties are allotted insignia by the Election commission to have their identity distinct and distinguished. It is decided by the Election Commission having regards to the standing of the party and public policy.

Multiple choice political science election and democracy election commission the election commission and electoral reforms the electoral process

Who accords recognition to a political party as a national party?

  1. President

  2. Law Minister

  3. Lok Sabha Speaker

  4. Election Commission
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Election commission provides recognition for a political party as a national party. It is an autonomous constitutional body that is responsible for administering election process in India. It was formed in 1950.