An election year refers to a calendar year in which general elections are held for selecting representatives or leaders. In many countries, including the United States and India, there is a fixed schedule for holding national elections every few years, with the exact date determined by law. During an election year, candidates from various political parties campaign vigorously to win over voters, and citizens exercise their right to vote in order to choose their representatives. The outcome of these elections can have significant implications for domestic and foreign policies of a country.