Which of the following is related to the 124th Constitutional Amendment Bill?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (D)10% reservation to economically weaker sections in the general category

• The 124th Constitutional Amendment Bill was passed to introduce 10% reservation in government jobs and educational institutions for economically weaker sections (EWS) in the general category, excluding the SC, ST, and OBC communities.
• This amendment added Article 15(6) and 16(6) to the Indian Constitution, providing a legal basis for EWS reservation.

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National Commission for Backward Class

• Established to safeguard and protect the interests of Backward Classes in India.
• Ensures implementation of policies related to their welfare and socio-economic development.

GST Bill

• Stands for the Goods and Services Tax.
• A significant tax reform that introduced a unified indirect tax system across India.
  

Right to Free and Compulsory Education

• Enacted through the Right to Education Act, making primary education free and compulsory for children aged 6 to 14 years.
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