Question

Statement I: Since 1989, India has seen a shift towards 'Coalition Politics'. Statement II: However, the 2014 and 2019 elections showed a trend of 'Single Party Dominance' returning within a coalition framework.

• A. Both are correct.
• B. Both are incorrect.
• C. I is correct, II is wrong.
• D. I is wrong, II is correct.

Hint:

1989-2014 = Weak coalitions. 2014-Present = Strong single-party (BJP) lead in a coalition (NDA).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Concept
The Indian party system has evolved from the 'Congress System' to a coalition era, and recently to a new dominant party system.

Step 2: Meaning
A coalition framework implies that multiple parties govern together (like the NDA), but 'Single Party Dominance' within it means one party holds a majority on its own.

Step 3: Analysis
Statement I is true; 1989 ended the era of one-party rule and started the coalition era. Statement II is also true; while the NDA is a coalition, the BJP won simple majorities in both 2014 and 2019.

Step 4: Conclusion
Both statements correctly reflect the phases of Indian electoral politics. Final Answer: (A)