Article 243 (E)of the Indian Constitution is related to which feature of Panchayat?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Duration of Panchayat.

·         Article 243(E) of the Indian Constitution deals with the duration of Panchayats and specifies the term of their office.

·         It is a part of Part IX of the Constitution, which was added through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, establishing a three-tier system of Panchayati Raj institutions.

Key Details:

1. Duration of Panchayats:
• Article 243(E) states that every Panchayat shall continue for a period of five years from the date of its first meeting.
• It further provides that elections to reconstitute the Panchayat must be completed:
• Before the expiration of its term.
• In case of dissolution, within six months from the date of dissolution.
2. Exceptions:
• If the remaining term is less than six months, fresh elections may not be necessary.

Explanation of Other Options:

• Constitution of Panchayats: Covered under Article 243(B), which deals with the organization of Panchayats at different levels.
• Composition of Panchayats: Covered under Article 243(C), which outlines the structure and representation in Panchayats.
• Reservation of seats: Covered under Article 243(D), which provides for reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women.