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Under which amendment of the Indian Constitution the voting age reduced to 18 from 21?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 60th
  2. 62nd
  3. 61st
  4. 63rd

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 61st

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C. 61st šŸ“š Explanation: The 61st Constitutional Amendment Act, passed in 1988, reduced the voting age in India from 21 years to 18 years. This change came into effect in early 1989 for the general elections. The reform aimed to involve the younger generation in the democratic process of the country. It was a major milestone in expanding the political participation of Indian citizens.