The Election Commission recognises a political party as a national party if 1 it secures at least 6 ...........

Indian Polity (NDA) Indian Polity

The Election Commission recognises a political party as a national party if

1. it secures at least 6% of the total valid votes polled in four or more states in a general election to the Lok Sabha or to the State Legislative Assemblies.

2. it wins at least four seats in a general election to the Lok Sabha from any State or States.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

Only 1

Only 2

Both 1and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

A political party is recognised as a national party if it secures at least 6% of valid votes polled in any four or more States. Further it wins at least 4 seats in the house of people from any State or States or wins atleast 2% seats in house of the people.