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Q. With reference to the Panchayati Raj system, which of the following statements is/are correct?

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1 only

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1and 2 only

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2 and 3 only

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3 only

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Solution

The correct option is D 3 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect. Gram Sabha consists of persons registered in the electoral rolls of a village (above 18)within the area of Panchayat.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The act provides for the reservation of not less than one-third of the total number of seats for women (including the number of seats reserved for women belonging to the SCs and STs).

Statement 3 is correct. The act provides for a five-year term of office to the panchayat at every level.

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