GK Question

polity medium true_false

The Election Commission of India recognizes political parties as either 'National Parties' or 'State Parties' based on electoral performance criteria.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968: ECI recognizes parties as: (a) National Party: meets criteria in 6+ States (e.g., 6% votes + 4 LS seats in 4+ States, or 2% LS seats in 3+ States), (b) State Party: meets criteria in that State. Recognition grants benefits: reserved symbol, broadcast time, campaign advantages. Criteria revised periodically.

Topic Political Parties - Recognition by ECI
Exam Relevance Party recognition criteria frequently asked in UPSC and SSC exams