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Which amendment froze the readjustment of seats in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies until 2026?

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

Answer options

  1. 82nd Amendment Act, 2000
  2. 87th Amendment Act, 2003
  3. 84th Amendment Act, 2001
  4. 91st Amendment Act, 2003

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 84th Amendment Act, 2001

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) 84th Amendment Act, 2001 šŸ“š Explanation: The 84th Amendment Act of 2001 restricted any changes to the number of seats in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies until the year 2026. This freeze was implemented as a measure to encourage and reward population-limiting efforts by various states. By extending the freeze for 25 years, the amendment ensured that states with successful family planning would not lose political representation. It continues to dictate the current seat allocation in the Indian Parliament.