The total number of women contesting general elections in the country has increased to ______ in 2024.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 1: 10%
Explanation:
The total participation of women candidates in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections was approximately 10%. According to Election Commission data, only 797 women candidates contested out of a total of 8,360 candidates. Although the number of women voters has increased, their representation as candidates remains comparatively low.
Additional Facts:
Election Results: A total of 74 women were elected to Parliament in the 2024 general elections.
Previous Elections: 78 women were elected in the 2019 general elections, representing approximately 14% of the total.
Nari Shakti Vandan Act: The Government of India has passed this law to ensure 33% reservation for women in Parliament and Legislative Assemblies in the future, which will come into effect after the upcoming delimitation.
Possible Question for the Future Exam:
How many women MPs were elected in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections?
(Answer: 74) Which bill related to women's reservation was recently passed?
(Answer: Nari Shakti Vandan Act).
In which Lok Sabha election were the highest number of women MPs ever elected?
(Answer: 2019 - 78 women).