Since 1993, what fraction of seats in PANCHAYATS in India are reserved for women?
- 33 per cent across panchayats
- 50 per cent across panchayats
- 10 per cent across panchayats
- All seats are equally open without quota
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Correct answer: A. 33 per cent across panchayats
Since the 73rd Constitutional Amendment in 1992-93, one-third (33%) of panchayat seats are reserved for women.
About 1.5 million elected women in Indian panchayats represent the world's largest political experiment in women's leadership.