2026 · Q7
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
- 1In First-Past-the-Post system of representation, candidate who wins the election may not get majority votes
- 2In Proportional Representation system of representation, candidate who wins the election gets majority of votes Select the answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- A1 only
- B2 only
- CBoth 1 and 2
- DNeither 1 nor 2
Explanation
In the First-Past-the-Post system the winner needs only a plurality, so the elected candidate may well poll less than 50% of the votes (statement 1 correct). In proportional representation, seats are allocated in proportion to votes polled, so the outcome tracks the majority will of the electorate rather than a bare constituency plurality (statement 2 correct as framed). Both statements being correct, the answer is (C).