Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Recent Developments in Indian Politics

Question:

Which of the following term is used for the coming together of two or more political parties to form a government?

Options:

United Government

Coalition Government

National Government

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Coalition Government

Explanation:

Our Parliament always had representatives from several political parties. What happened after 1989 was the emergence of several parties in such a way that one or two parties did not get most of the votes or seats. This also meant that no single party secured a clear majority of seats in any Lok Sabha election held since 1989. This development initiated an era of coalition governments at the Centre, in which regional parties played a crucial role in forming ruling alliances.