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Question
Explain the following concept.
Circumstances under which mid-term elections are conducted.
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Solution
The Election Commission of India holds mid-term elections under the following circumstances:
- If the elected government loses its majority before completing its term in the Parliament.
- If the parties of the coalition government withdraw their support resulting in the loss of majority support for the government.
- If no alternative government is possible.
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