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What defines a national political party in India?

1

Presence in one state only

2

Securing a minimum percentage of votes in four states

3

Having a strong local presence in a single region

4

Formation based on a single issue

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Answer

B. Securing a minimum percentage of votes in four states

Solution:

A national party is recognized by the Election Commission if it secures at least six percent of the total votes in Lok Sabha elections or Assembly elections in four states and wins at least four seats in Lok Sabha.

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