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What happens if a single political party does not get majority votes in the Lok Sabha elections?

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Election Commission becomes the in-charge
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hung parliament comes into existence
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re-elections
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the old ruling party continues the next tenure
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Solution

The correct option is B hung parliament comes into existence
Correct answer: hung parliament comes into existence

Explanation:
When a single political party fails to secure an absolute majority in the Lok Sabha elections, a hung parliament comes into existence. It is called a minority parliament. This situation becomes risky as it might give rise to political instability.

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