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In 1967, elections were held for the 5th Lok Sabha. Under Indira Gandhi, the Congress government came to power. A few years later, however, there was a split in the Congress party. For the very first time in the history of independent India, the Lok Sabha was prematurely dissolved. Elections were held again in 1971, and the Indira Gandi led Congress government came back to power.
Which of the following options correctly categorises the two elections?
In 1967, elections were held for the 5th Lok Sabha. Under Indira Gandhi, the Congress government came to power. A few years later, however, there was a split in the Congress party. For the very first time in the history of independent India, the Lok Sabha was prematurely dissolved. Elections were held again in 1971, and the Indira Gandi led Congress government came back to power.
Which of the following options correctly categorises the two elections?
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The correct option is A 1967 - General Election
1971 - Mid-Term Election
When elections happen after the completion of the five year term of the legislature, they are termed as general elections. However, if the legislature is dissolved before the end of its term, then fresh elections need to be held. These are known as midterm elections. By-elections are held to fill certain vacancies that arise in between general elections. Such vacancies might arise due to the death or resignation of an incumbent.
1971 - Mid-Term Election
When elections happen after the completion of the five year term of the legislature, they are termed as general elections. However, if the legislature is dissolved before the end of its term, then fresh elections need to be held. These are known as midterm elections. By-elections are held to fill certain vacancies that arise in between general elections. Such vacancies might arise due to the death or resignation of an incumbent.
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