By which Constitutional Amendment was education transferred to the Concurrent List?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 42nd.
This landmark amendment, often called the "Mini-Constitution," transferred five subjects, including Education, from the State List to the Concurrent List. This allowed both the Center and States to legislate on educational matters to ensure uniform national standards.
Overview of Other Options:
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24th Amendment (1971): Affirmed the power of Parliament to amend any part of the Constitution, including Fundamental Rights, in response to the Golaknath case.
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44th Amendment (1978): Introduced by the Janata Government to undo several changes of the 42nd Amendment; it notably removed the Right to Property as a Fundamental Right.
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61st Amendment (1989): Lowered the voting age in India from 21 to 18 years for Lok Sabha and Legislative Assembly elections.