Which party won an absolute majority in the 1970 elections to the National Assembly of Pakistan?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. the Awami League
- Step 1: The Awami League gained an absolute majority, winning 160 of the 162 general seats and all seven women's seats in East Pakistan. Answer: the Awami League. 151 seats were needed for a majority, and the Awami League won 167 seats. Why not the others: The Pakistan People's Party, The Muslim League (Convention) and The National Awami Party (Wali) don't fit.
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