Question

Who gives the recognition to political parties?
A. President of India
B. Prime minister
C. Parliament
D. Election Commission

Answer 1

Hint:
Political parties are associations or organised groups of individuals who share the same political views. They try to gain political power through constitutional means.

Complete answer:
The Election Commission of India gives recognition to political parties. The election commission is a permanent constitutional body which ensures free and fair elections in India.
According to article 324, The Election Commission of India conducts the elections to parliament, state legislatures, the office of president of India and the office of vice-president of India.
The election commission is responsible for recognition of political parties. So, other options are wrong because They are part of the government.

Therefore the correct answer is Option (D).

Additional Information:
The Election Commission was established in 1950. The Election Commission comprises the chief election commissioner and other election commissioners. The chief election commissioner and the other election commissioners both have equal power and salary which are similar to those of a judge of the Supreme court.

Note:
Election commission was established in 1950 after independence for fair conduction of election. It recognises the political party.
The Election commission of India maintains independence, integrity and autonomy. It ensures free, fair and transparent elections to strengthen democracy.