Question

What was the initial membership criteria for the Sree Moolam Popular Assembly?

• A. Representatives of all residents
• B. Representatives of farmers only
• C. Representatives of different castes
• D. Members chosen by Division Peishkars

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Members chosen by Division Peishkars

Sree Moolam Praja Sabha

• Sree Moolam Praja Sabha was established in Travancore on October 1, 1904, 
• It was an important step towards increasing the participation of the people in the governance of the princely state.
• This assembly marked a significant development in the constitutional history of Travancore, as it provided a platform for representatives to discuss and address various issues related to governance and public welfare.
• Intially the members of the Assembly were chosen by the Division Peishkars (District
  heads)
• It was only from landholders who pay annual land revenue of not less than
  Rs. 100 and landholders or traders whose net annual income was Rs. 6000 or
  above.