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Difference between by election, made election, and general election

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General Elections: Elections that are held after every five years when the Parliament completes its full term.

Mid –term elections: If the central or a state government loses its majority before the completion of its term and the formation of alternate government is not possible, then midterm elections are held.

By-election: If an elected member resigns or dies before completing his/her term, his/her office becomes vacant. Election held to fill that vacant seat is known as by-election

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