Q. Which of the following are valid criteria for recognition as Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPP)?
  1. Newly registered parties
  2. Parties that have not secured enough votes in assembly or general elections to become a state party
  3. Parties that have never contested elections since being registered
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Answer: 1, 2 & 3
Notes: Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPP) include newly registered parties, those that have not obtained the required percentage of votes in assembly or general elections to become a state party, and parties that have never contested elections after registration. All three criteria are recognized for RUPP status by the Election Commission of India.