Correct option is C
The incorrect statements under option c: are:
· B: Deendayal Upadhyay did not oppose the idea of Integral Humanism. In fact, he authored and advocated this philosophy, which calls for a synthesis of materialism and spirituality, aiming for the holistic development of humans and society.
· C: Federalism in the Indian Constitution was not borrowed from the British Constitution. In fact, the British system is a unitary system, while India's federal structure was influenced by the Government of India Act, 1935 and other constitutions such as those of Canada and Australia.
· E: The Panchayati Raj system provides 33% reservation for women, not 45%. This quota applies to seats in rural local government institutions and aims to empower women at the grassroots level.
Correct Statements:
· A: Jacques Derrida indeed wrote 'Specters of Marx' in 1993, exploring the legacy of Karl Marx in the context of post-Cold War capitalism and political thought.
· D: Asif Ali Zardari is not the current President of Pakistan. He was President from 2008 to 2013. The current President (as of 2024) is Arif Alvi.
Information Booster:
1. Integral Humanism: Conceptualized by Deendayal Upadhyay, it emphasizes a balanced approach between individual and societal needs, rejecting both extreme individualism and collectivism.
2. Federalism in India: While influenced by the Government of India Act, 1935, India's federal structure was shaped by the examples of Canada's division of powers and Australia’s federal system, with a strong central government.
3. Reservation for women in Panchayati Raj: The 73rd Amendment provides for 33% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj Institutions, though some states have extended this to 50%.
4. Asif Ali Zardari: Former President of Pakistan (2008-2013) and co-chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). He is the husband of the late Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto.
5. Specters of Marx: Derrida's work reflects on Marxism after the fall of communism, discussing the persistent relevance of Marxist thought.