Correct option is B
The correct answer is: (B) 21 years
Explanation:
● Article 243F states that a person must be at least 21 years old to contest Panchayat elections.
● This age limit applies to all levels: Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti and Zila Parishad.
● It ensures that candidates have attained basic maturity for local governance.
● Article 243F states that a person must be at least 21 years old to contest Panchayat elections.
● This age limit applies to all levels: Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti and Zila Parishad.
● It ensures that candidates have attained basic maturity for local governance.
Information Booster:
● Article 243F deals with disqualifications for Panchayat membership.
● 73rd Constitutional Amendment (1992) introduced Part IX.
● Panchayat elections are mandatory every 5 years.
● States may add extra qualifications through State laws.
● Reservation for SC/ST/OBC and women (33% minimum) is provided under Article 243D.
● Article 243F deals with disqualifications for Panchayat membership.
● 73rd Constitutional Amendment (1992) introduced Part IX.
● Panchayat elections are mandatory every 5 years.
● States may add extra qualifications through State laws.
● Reservation for SC/ST/OBC and women (33% minimum) is provided under Article 243D.
Additional Knowledge:
● Option A – 25 years: Required for Lok Sabha/State Assembly.
● Option C – 18 years: Minimum age to vote.
● Option D – 30 years: Required for Rajya Sabha/Legislative Council.
● Option A – 25 years: Required for Lok Sabha/State Assembly.
● Option C – 18 years: Minimum age to vote.
● Option D – 30 years: Required for Rajya Sabha/Legislative Council.
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