In local bodies like panchayats, municipalities, and corporations, other weaker sections like women and Other Backward Castes (OBCs) are given a _____ reservation.
A
25%
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B
33%
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C
40%
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D
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.