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How many Delimitation Commissions have been constituted by the Government of India till December 2023?
- A.One
- B.Two
- C.Three
- D.Four
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: D. Four
Delimitation Commissions are constitutional bodies tasked with redrawing the boundaries of constituencies based on census data. Such commissions have been established in India four times: in 1952, 1963, 1973, and most recently in 2002. These commissions are constituted by the Central Government under the provisions of Articles 82 and 170 of the Constitution. The work of these commissions is crucial for ensuring proportional representation in legislative bodies.
Source: UPSC gs1 2024