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Who would form the government?

Correct Answer

AIADMK would form the government as it won a clear majority with 135 seats out of 232 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2016.

Exercise: Check your progress | Q: 3 | (Page Page 12)
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Explanation

This question is from the 'Check your progress' section analyzing election results. Under the FPTP system, AIADMK secured 135 seats which is well above the majority mark (more than half of 232 seats). The textbook explains that the FPTP system helps larger parties win clear majorities, enabling stable government formation in a parliamentary system where the executive must have a majority in the legislature.

Solution Steps

  1. Step 1: Identify total seats = 232 (election held in 232 seats)

  2. Step 2: Calculate majority mark = 232 ÷ 2 = 116 + 1 = 117 seats needed

  3. Step 3: Check AIADMK seats = 135 seats (more than 117)

  4. Step 4: Conclude that AIADMK has clear majority and would form the government

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