Question

48. Which of the following statements is/are true regarding

criteria for National Party Status?

i) For granting recognition as a national party, the party’s

performance over two consecutive Lok sabha or assembly

elections will be considered.

ii) A party which has got recognition as a state party in at least

four states is eligible for National Party Status.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

• A. a) i only
  
  
• B. b) ii only
  
  
• C. c) Both i and ii
  
  
• D. d) Neither i nor ii

Answer 1

The correct option is C c) Both i and ii



C)

Explanation:

The Election Commission notified a change in its rules allowing a review of a political party’s national party status after two successive elections and not after every poll as is the present case. It can also enjoy the national tag if it has 11 Lok Sabha MPs from three states.