In the first-past-the-post system of elections, what kind of majority is required to win?
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A
Simple
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B
Absolute
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C
Effective
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D
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.