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Which of the following Amendments of the Indian Constitution is related to reservation of SC’s and ST’s and representation of Anglo Indians in the Lok Sabha and State Assembly?

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

Answer options

  1. 54th Amendment
  2. 63rd Amendment
  3. 111th Amendment
  4. 79th Amendment

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 79th Amendment

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: D) 79th Amendment 📚 Explanation: The 79th Amendment (1999) extended the reservation of seats for SCs and STs and the special representation for Anglo-Indians in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies for another 10 years (until 2010). This period is regularly extended by subsequent amendments.