What does 'fresh election' mean?

Answer 1

All though the term "fresh election" simply refers to a new election, it is usually referred to describe a general election that is called ahead of the originally expected date, usually with the express purpose of either renewing the Government's mandate to govern (if fresh elections are called by the governing powers) or prematurely ending a government's term in office (if they are called by the opposition). The term is usually only used in the context of parliamentary democracies, where the national or federal legislature can be dissolved at any time - they are "fresh" because they represent the potential renewal of the Government's electoral mandate.

Typically, fresh elections result from dramatic changes in government policy or leadership. They may also be called if the result of a previous election is in doubt, either due to fraud or an inconclusive result. For example, on May 6 2012 Greece held a parliamentary general election that failed to produce a single-party majority government. After the break-down of coalition talks between major parties, fresh elections had to be held on June 17 2012.

The term is almost never used to describe elections that take place on schedule.

Answer 2

A 'fresh election' refers to a new election that is conducted to fill a political position or resolve a disputed election. It is held when the previous election is invalidated or invalidated due to various reasons such as irregularities, fraud, or the inability to form a government. A fresh election allows voters to have another chance to choose their representatives or leaders.