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Consider the following statements regarding ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’:

  1. 1.Provisions will come into effect from the 18th Lok Sabha.
  2. 2.This will be in force for 15 years after becoming an Act.
  3. 3.There are provisions for the reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes Women within the quota reserved for the Scheduled Castes.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. A.1,2 and 3
  2. B.1 and 2 only
  3. C.2 and 3 only
  4. D.1 and 3 only
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. 2 and 3 only

The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, which reserves one-third of seats in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies for women, is set to be implemented after the delimitation exercise following a census. The Act itself will have a duration of 15 years, renewable thereafter. Crucially, it includes provisions to reserve seats for Scheduled Caste women within the existing quota for Scheduled Castes, ensuring intersectional representation.

Source: UPSC gs1 2024

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