Which one of the following is not a classified category of political p

Which one of the following is not a classified category of political parties as outlined by the Election Commission of India?

[amp_mcq option1=”National Parties” option2=”State Recognised Parties” option3=”Regional Parties” option4=”Registered Unrecognised Parties” correct=”option3″]

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UPSC CDS-2 – 2020

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) officially classifies political parties into National Parties, State Parties (often referred to as State Recognised Parties), and Registered Unrecognised Parties.

– ‘Regional Parties’ is a common term used in political discourse to refer to parties that have influence primarily in a specific region or state, but it is not one of the three official classification categories used by the ECI for the purpose of allotting symbols, recognition, etc.
– State Parties are the ones officially recognised at the state level, which aligns with the popular understanding of ‘regional’ presence.

– The classification by ECI is based on criteria related to vote share and seats secured in general elections (Lok Sabha or State Legislative Assembly).
– Recognition as a National or State party provides certain privileges like exclusive election symbols, free broadcast time on state-owned media, etc.

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