From the beginning, senators were divided into three groups for staggered elections, so that one-third of the seats are filled every two years.

Still, the idea of staggered elections had support.

Indians are to go the polls in staggered national elections beginning Tuesday.

The other four council members also serve four-year terms, with staggered elections.

In staggered elections, not all places in an elected body are up for election at the same time.

The staggered election keeps some continuity in the elected body.

Classified boards with staggered elections for the board of directors.

The Aldermen serve four year terms with staggered elections of three every two years.

This allows for staggered elections every 2 years, which is still in effect to the present day.

For the first time, electronic machines are being used across India in the staggered national elections that got under way this month.