Question

Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. According to Article 243D, one-third of the seats are reserved for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in every Panchayat.
2. Not less than one-third of the total number of seats reserved for the SCs and STs in every Panchayat are reserved for women belonging to the Scheduled Castes, or as the case may be, the Scheduled Tribes
3. Not less than one third of the total number of offices of charpersons in Panchayats at cach level are reserved for women.

• A. None of these
• B. 2, 3
• C. 3 only
• D. 2 only

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 2, 3

At least one-third of all chairperson positions across Panchayat levels are reserved for women, ensuring their significant representation and leadership in local self-governance.