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