Question

In which year was the concept of First Past the Post (FPTP) in a form of electoral system adopted in the Indian sub-continent?

• A. 1919
• B. 1835
• C. 1947
• D. 1951

Hint:

The First Past the Post system can lead to a "winner-takes-all" situation, where a party can win the majority of seats without securing a majority of votes. Understanding this helps in analyzing electoral outcomes in various countries.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The First Past the Post (FPTP) electoral system was adopted in India after independence in 1947, following the British model. It was used in the first general elections held in 195(1) Under this system, the candidate with the most votes in a constituency wins the election, even if they do not have an absolute majority. The system was chosen for its simplicity and ease of implementation across a vast and diverse country like India.
Significance of FPTP: This system is effective in large democratic systems as it tends to produce stable governments by ensuring that the winning party has a clear majority. However, it can lead to disproportionate representation, where a party may win a majority of seats without receiving a majority of votes.