Question

what is a difference between byelection and midterm election?

Answer 1

Mid term Election---When elections are held much before the schedule, it is considered as the "Mid-term Election". The President can dissolve Lok Sabha and call a general election before five years is up, if the government can no longer command the confidence of the Lok Sabha, and if there is no alternative government available to take over.

By Election-- A special election to fill a vacant elective position with an unexpired term due to demise or resignation of the occupant.

Answer 2

election is something which is held once 5 years..
when a leader die the election held in the middle is known as mid term election..