THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 1800
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Question
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According to the rules of the Constitution, who decides the winner of the Presidential election if there is a tie?
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By a re-vote
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By the senate
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The House of Representatives
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The supreme court chooses
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A presidential contingent election is decided by a special vote of the United States House of Representatives, while a vice-presidential contingent election is decided by a vote of the United States Senate.
Detailed explanation-2: -Instead, presidential elections use the Electoral College. To win the election, a candidate must receive a majority of electoral votes. In the event no candidate receives a majority, the House of Representatives chooses the president and the Senate chooses the vice president.
Detailed explanation-3: -Answer: Under Article 324 of the Constitution of India, the authority to conduct elections to the Office of President is vested in the Election Commission of India.
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