4.03 crore voters to elect members for 14,403 village panchayats in four-phase elections
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Panchayati Raj & urban local bodies· Prelims·
Panchayati Raj and women's reservation: a key GS2 topic on grassroots democracy and local governance.
Why in news
The State Election Commission released a schedule for four-phase elections to Panchayati Raj institutions to be held from October 23 to November 17.
Background
The elections involve 4.03 crore voters electing members for 41 Zila Parishads, 457 Panchayat Samitis, and 14,403 village panchayats. The process includes 45,384 polling stations and a 50% reservation for women.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyState Election Commission: Body responsible for releasing the Panchayati Raj election schedule.
- Fact4.03 crore voters are registered for the election of 14,403 village panchayats.
- Fact50% reservation for women is mandated for the Panchayati Raj institutions.
- FactResults for the four-phase elections are due on November 20.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Panchayati Raj elections, consider the following statements:
- The elections involve 4.03 crore voters electing members for 14,403 village panchayats.
- There is a 30% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj institutions.
- The results for the four-phase elections are due on November 20.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)1 and 2 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states there is a 50% reservation for women.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of women's reservation in Panchayati Raj institutions in promoting grassroots democracy and local governance in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Gender parity: Impact of 50% reservation on local leadership and decision-making
- Administrative scale: Logistical challenges of managing 45,384 polling stations for 4.03 crore voters
Keywords: Panchayati Raj · Grassroots Democracy · Women's Reservation · Local Governance · State Election Commission
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