Which party was recognised as a national political party by the Election Commission in 2016 , whose official election symbol is Jora Ghas Phool (Grass with two flowers)?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) All India Trinmool Congress.

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The criteria for a National Political Party in India are defined by the Election Commission of India. A party is recognized as a national party if it meets at least one of the following criteria:

1. Seats in Lok Sabha or State Assemblies:

• The party should have at least 2% of the total seats in the Lok Sabha (the lower house of Parliament), which means 11 seats out of the 545 total seats in Lok Sabha.
• The party should have won 2% of the seats in the Legislative Assemblies of at least three states.

2. Percentage of Votes in Lok Sabha Elections:

• The party should have secured 6% of the total votes in at least four states during the Lok Sabha elections.

3. Recognized State Party Status in Four States:

• If a party is recognized as a state party in at least four states, it can be recognized as a national party.

Other Conditions:

1. Party Symbol: National parties are allowed to use a common symbol across the country, which is different from regional or state parties.
2. Electoral Performance: The party must demonstrate significant electoral performance on a national scale, either through votes or seat share.

These criteria ensure that a national party has a significant presence in multiple states and can influence national politics.