Result Declaration

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First Past the Post

India follows the 'First Past the Post' system, where the candidate with the highest number of votes in a constituency wins, even if they don't secure an absolute majority (>50%).

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Forming the Government

The party or coalition that wins the majority of seats (e.g., 272+ out of 543 in Lok Sabha) is invited by the President/Governor to form the government.

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Opposition

The parties that do not form the government sit in the opposition to question the government and hold it accountable.