Consider the following statements about the general election to assembly constituencies of Rajasthan on 25th December 2023:

1. The election was on 199 seats

2. Bharatiya Janata Party was elected on 112 seats

3. Indian National Congress was elected on 69 seats

4. Bahujan Samaj Party was elected on 1 seat

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Correct option is A

Correct Option: (a) Statement 1 and 3

Explanation:
• The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly has 200 seats, but election was held on 199 seats in 2023, due to postponement in one constituency. 
• The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured 115 seats, not 112 as mentioned. 
• The Indian National Congress (INC) won 69 seats, which is accurate. 
• The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) did not win any seat in 2023. 

Hence, only statements 1 and 3 are correct.

Information Booster:
• Rajasthan Assembly elections are held every 5 years for a total of 200 seats.
• In 2023, polling was conducted on 199 seats, with one constituency postponed due to unfortunate circumstances.
• BJP returned to power with a majority, winning 115 seats.
• INC, the previous ruling party, was reduced to 69 seats.
• Voter turnout was over 74%, reflecting high public participation.
• Other parties like RLP, AIMIM, and independents also won minor shares.