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In the first-past-the-post system of elections, what kind of majority is required to win?

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Simple
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Absolute
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Effective
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Special
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Solution

The correct option is A Simple
In a first-past-the-post system of elections, politicians need a simple majority to win elections in India. Simple majority can be achieved if you have just one more vote than your nearest opponent in an election.

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