Question

Select the incorrect statement with regard to changes in the social field since Independence in India.

• A. One third of all seats are reserved for women in local bodies.
• B. The Mandal Commission aimed to reserve seats for backward classes to strengthen their representation in institutions and services.
• C. Reservation helps in adequate representation from backward classes.
• D. The Prevention of Atrocities Act is aimed at abolishing reservation.

Answer 1

The correct option is D The Prevention of Atrocities Act is aimed at abolishing reservation.

The government adopted the policy of reservation in order to strengthen the representation of backward sections in various services and institutions. The government passed the 'Prevention of Atrocities Act' in 1989 to enable those belonging to the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled tribes to live with dignity and respect, free from fear, violence and oppression of the upper classes. With all of these steps, the Indian government tried to bring about social equality and provide equal opportunity to all of its citizens.