allerySince 1993, what fraction of seats in PANCHAYATS in India are reserved for women?
A33 per cent across panchayats
B50 per cent across panchayats
C10 per cent across panchayats
DAll seats are equally open without quota
Answer & Solution
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.
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