Question

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment provides:
(A) A two-tier system of Panchayati Raj.
(B) Constitutional status to the Panchayati Raj institutions.
(C) Reservation of seats for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Panchayati Raj institutions.
(D) Thirty-three percent seats for women in all offices of local bodies.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (D) only
• B. (A), (B) and (C) only
• C. (A), (C) and (D) only
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The 73rd Amendment provides constitutional recognition to Panchayati Raj institutions, ensures reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women.

Answer 2

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) deals with the establishment of the Panchayati Raj system in India and provides for the following:

• (B) Constitutional status to the Panchayati Raj institutions: The 73rd Amendment gave constitutional recognition to Panchayati Raj institutions, making them an integral part of the democratic system.
• (C) Reservation of seats for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Panchayati Raj institutions: The Amendment mandates the reservation of seats for SCs, STs, and also for women in Panchayati Raj institutions.
• (D) Thirty-three percent seats for women in all offices of local bodies: The Amendment ensures that one-third of the seats in local bodies are reserved for women, ensuring their participation in local governance.

However, (A) A two-tier system of Panchayati Raj is incorrect, as the 73rd Amendment provides for a three-tier system of Panchayati Raj at the village, intermediate, and district levels.

Therefore, the correct answer is (D): (B), (C) and (D) only.