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Describe any three provisions of amendment made in âIndianmaking 'Three-Tier' government more effective and powerful |
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Answer» The Constitution was amended in 1992 to make the third tier of democracy more powerful and effective. (i) it is mandatory to hold regular elections to local government bodies.(ii) Seats are reserved in the elected bodies and the executive heads of these institutions for SC, ST and OBC's.(iii) At least 1/3rdof all positions and seats are reserved for women.(iv) An independent institution called state Election Commission has been created in each state to conduct panchayat and municipal elections.(v) The State Governments are required to share some powers and revenue with local government bodies. The nature of sharing varies from state to state. |
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