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Which amendments to the Constitution provide for the reservation of one-third seats in the Municipal Boards and Village Panchayats for women? |
| A. | 73rd and 74th Amendments |
| B. | 82nd and 83rd Amendments |
| C. | 72nd and 73rd Amendments |
| D. | 74th and 75th Amendments and Oridinary Law |
| Answer» A. 73rd and 74th Amendments | |
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Explanation: The 73rd and 74th constitutional amendments dealt with the organization of local governments in India: Panchayats and Nagarpalikas respectively. These amendments, while elaborating the powers, functions and other aspects related to decentralized governance, provided for reservation to women in such bodies. |
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