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With regard to the First Past the Post System which of the statement is correct ........

Indian Polity Elections
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    With regard to the First Past the Post System which of the statement is correct?

    A candidate wins if she/he gains more than 50% of the vote tally.

    Incorrect Answer

    More than one candidate can be returned.

    Incorrect Answer

    To be elected needs to secure the highest number of votes among the contestants.

    Correct Answer

    None of the above.

    Incorrect Answer
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    Explanation:

    In First Past the Post System a candidate needs only to secure the highest votes among the contestants and not the majority of votes, this is also called Plurality of votes.

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