Answer:
(i)
When parties choose candidates in elections, they keep in mind the caste composition
of the electorate and nominate candidates from different castes so as to get
necessary support to win elections.
(ii) Political parties and candidates in elections
make appeal to caste sentiment to muster support. Some political parties are
known to favour some castes and are seen as their representatives.
(iii) Universal adult franchise and
the principle of one person one vote compelled political leaders to gear up to
the task of mobilizing and securing political support.
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