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What is the main objective of political parties?
The Indian National Congress was established in which year?
Which party was established in 1980 after the split in Janata Party?
To get recognition as a national party, a political party should secure minimum what percentage of valid votes in four or more states?
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Which of the following are characteristics of political parties?
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To be in power, To pursue an ideology, To have a party agenda, To establish government
Political parties aim to be in power, pursue specific ideologies, have party agendas, and establish governments. Running private businesses is not a characteristic of political parties.
The era when Congress dominated Indian politics after independence is called the era of 'Single dominant party system'.
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True
After independence, Congress had majority at the Centre and in most states, controlling Indian politics. This period is indeed called the era of 'Single dominant party system'.
Which of the following are national parties in India?
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Indian National Congress, Bharatiya Janata Party, Communist Party of India, Bahujan Samaj Party
Congress, BJP, CPI, and BSP are national parties. Shiv Sena and Telugu Desam Party are regional parties with influence limited to specific states.
Regional parties give preference to resolution of regional problems over national issues.
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Regional parties prioritize regional problems and development. They focus on issues specific to their region while also participating in national politics.
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