A
A permanent symbol exclusively reserved for a recognized national party.
B
A symbol not reserved for any recognized political party, available for allotment to unrecognised parties and independent candidates.
C
A symbol that can be used by any candidate without prior registration with the ECI.
D
A temporary symbol assigned by the Supreme Court during election disputes.
Correct answer: (b) A symbol not reserved for any recognized political party, available for allotment to unrecognised parties and independent candidates.
Explanation
Option B correctly defines a free symbol as one not reserved for any recognized political party, making it available for allotment to unrecognised parties and independent candidates. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they misstate the classification and rules governing free symbols.
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