Q. Consider the following statements regarding reservations in Panchayati Raj Institutions:
1.Exactly one-third of the seats must be reserved for women, and this cannot be increased by state laws.
2.Reservation for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) is provided in every Panchayat in proportion to their population in that area.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is incorrect: The Constitution mandates not less than one-third (minimum). Many states (like Bihar, MP, etc.) have increased this to 50%.
  • Statement 2 is correct: Reservation for SCs/STs is mandatory and based on the population ratio in the specific panchayat area.
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