Q. The 73rd constitutional amendment added part 11th in the constitution. It has provided both mandatory and voluntary provisions. Which of the following is/are the mandatory provision?
Select the correct answer using the options given below:
Q. The 73rd constitutional amendment added part 11th in the constitution. It has provided both mandatory and voluntary provisions. Which of the following is/are the mandatory provision?
Select the correct answer using the options given below:
The correct option is A 1 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. It is a compulsory provision. Under the 243-K, the superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to the Panchayats shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
Statement 2 is Incorrect. Under the article 243 D, there is only compulsion for states to provide reservation for women and SC/ST. But for OBCs, the state has power to make provisions but there is no compulsion on them.
Statement 3 is Incorrect. Only the members of the panchayats are to be elected by direct election, while the chairperson at intermediate and the district level are elected by indirect election.
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. It is a compulsory provision. Under the 243-K, the superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to the Panchayats shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
Statement 2 is Incorrect. Under the article 243 D, there is only compulsion for states to provide reservation for women and SC/ST. But for OBCs, the state has power to make provisions but there is no compulsion on them.
Statement 3 is Incorrect. Only the members of the panchayats are to be elected by direct election, while the chairperson at intermediate and the district level are elected by indirect election.
