Reserved Constituencies in India continue to play a crucial role in ensuring representation for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STS) in the Central and State legislatures. The reserved constituencies in India are intended to:

1. Prevent political domination by majority groups.
2. Ensure representation for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STS).
3. Guarantee equal representation for women.
4. Promote economic reforms through policy of representation.

Who gave the slogan 'Garibi Hatao'?

1. Late Rajiv Gandhi
2. Late Indira Gandhi
3. Sonia Gandhi
4. Mr. Narendra Modi

The method of direct election is more democratic. Which of the following statements correctly describes the same?

1. The system of direct election stimulates political interest among voters
2. This system is less exposed to corruption
3. This system makes the representatives more responsible to public option
4. This system enables the electorate to take part in constituting the government directly as per universal adult franchise

Identify the demerits of indirect election.

P: It is anti-democratic to an extent.

Q: It kills popular interests in the elections

R: This system places powers in the hands of ignorant voters.

S: Under the Indirect system majority of voters are swayed by false promises of clever orators and leaders

1. P and Q
2. Q and R
3. R and S
4. P and S