A candidate got 60% votes and won by 200 votes. Total votes polled: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A candidate got 60% votes and won by 200 votes. Total votes polled:
A. 1500
B. 1200
C. 1000
D. 800
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Margin = 20% of total = 200 → total = 1000.

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