Electoral Politics

Since 1982 to 1987, Haryana was ruled by which political party?

• Haryana Sangharsh Samiti

• Bhartiya Janata Party

• Congress Party

• Communist Party of India

What was the total strength of Haryana State Assembly in 1987?

• 60

• 90

• 76

• 80

In 1987 Haryana State Assembly Elections, how many seats were won by Lok Dal alone?

• 60

• 76

• 90

• 45

Which one of the following is not a factor that makes an election democratic?

• There should be something to choose from.

• Parties and candidates should be free to contest elections.

• The choice should not be offered at regular intervals.

• The candidate preferred by the people should get elected.

Which of the following terms is used when election is held only for one constituency to fill the vacancy caused by death or resignation of a member?

• Constituency election

• General election

• By-election

• Assembly election

Which of the following terms is used for the areas when our country is divided into different areas for purposes of elections?

• Panchayats

• Wards

• Blocks

• Constituencies

Which of the following state has the largest number of Lok Sabha Seats?

• Maharashtra

• Andhra Pradesh

• Bihar

• Uttar Pradesh

The Chief Election commissioner is appointed by whom among the following ?

• Lok Sabha Speaker

• The Chief Justice of India

• The President of India

• The vice-President of India