In Lok Sabha, how many seats are reserved for Scheduled castes?
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Option 1 (84)
Explanation:
Article 330 of the Indian Constitution provides for the reservation of seats in the Lok Sabha for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in proportion to their population. Currently, out of the total 543 seats in the Lok Sabha, 84 seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and 47 seats for Scheduled Tribes (STs).
Additional Facts:
Delimitation: This number of reserved seats is determined by the Delimitation Commission.
Duration: Initially, this reservation was only for 10 years, but it has been extended from time to time through various constitutional amendments (such as the 104th Amendment).
Women's Reservation: The recently passed Nari Shakti Vandan Act also provides for 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.
Possible Questions for the Upcoming Exam:
How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Tribes (STs) in the Lok Sabha?
(Answer: 47)
Which article of the Constitution deals with the reservation of seats in the Lok Sabha?
(Answer: Article 330)
How many Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh are reserved for Scheduled Castes?
(Answer: 17)