[Solved] A person is eligible to vote in the general elections if he or she: 1. is a citizen of India. 2. is not less than 21 years of age. 3. does not hold any office of profit under the Government. 4. is not disqualified on grounds of unsound mind.

Q.	A person is eligible to vote in the general elections if he or she: 1. is a citizen of India. 2. is not less than 21 years of age. 3. does not hold any office of profit under the Government. 4. is not disqualified on grounds of unsound mind.
A.	I, II and III
B.	I and IV
C.	I and II
D.	I, II and IV
Answer» B. I and IV

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