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In local bodies like panchayats, municipalities, and corporations, other weaker sections like women and Other Backward Castes (OBCs) are given a _____ reservation.

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25%
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33%
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40%
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70%
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Solution

The correct option is B 33%
To ensure the representation of weaker sections in the local bodies a reservation of 33% in the total seats is given to women. This has been increased to 50% in many states.

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