Question
Explain the difference between by-election and mid-term election.
BASIS FOR COMPARISON | GENERAL ELECTIONS | BY-ELECTIONS |
|---|---|---|
Meaning | General elections are the elections which are commonly organized in all or most of the constituencies at the same time of the country or state | By-elections refers to the election held in one constituency for the seat vacant owing to the death or resignation of the member. |
Objective | To choose the government. | To fill the vacant seat. |
When are they held? | These are held after every five years. | These are held before the completion of 6 months from the date, the seat becomes vacant. |
Term | Election of the representative is for a full term. | Election of the representative is for the remaining term. |
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