Q:
According to the Election Commission of India, in order to be recognized as a ‘National Party’, a political party must be treated as a recognized political party in how many States?
Answer & Explanation
Answer: C) At least four States
Explanation: Trinamool Congress became the 7th political party to be recognized as a National Party in September 2016.
Conditions for Recognition as a National Party
1. Secure at least 6% of the valid vote in an Assembly or a Lok Sabha General Election in any four or more states and won at least 4 seats in a Lok Sabha General Election from any State or States.
2. Win at least 2% of the total Lok Sabha seats in a Lok Sabha General Election and these seats have to be won from at least 3 states.
3. The party is recognized as a State Party in at least four states.
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