Question

Which one of the following is a National Political Party"?

Answer 1

Answer:

(C) Bahujan Samaj Party

Explanation:

The Bahujan Samaj Party can contest election on the national level i.e. its members can become MLAs as well as MPs

Answer 2

National Political Party

Explanation:

India is the largest democracy of the world. We follow a multi-party system consisting of both national parties and regional parties.  

In order for a registered party to be recognized as a National Political Party, it should fulfill any one of the following conditions:

1. If a party wins 2% of seats in the Lok Sabha or a minimum of 11 seats from at least 3 different states.
2. In a general election to Lok Sabha or Legislative Assembly, the party polls 6% of votes in four states in addition to 4 Lok Sabha seats.
3. Recognized as a regional party in four or more states.

Example:  

• Bharatiya Janata Party
• Indian National Congress