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Which age group was eligible to vote before the 1988 Constitutional Amendment Act?
Which age group was eligible to vote before the 1988 Constitutional Amendment Act?
- 21 years and above (correct)
- 18 years and above
- 16 years and above
- 25 years and above
What is the basis for elections to the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies in India?
What is the basis for elections to the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies in India?
- Educational qualifications
- Caste and religion
- Universal adult franchise (correct)
- Wealth and property ownership
Who has the right to vote in India?
Who has the right to vote in India?
- Only literate citizens
- Only citizens of a specific religion
- Every citizen above 18 years (correct)
- Only citizens above 21 years
Why was the introduction of universal adult franchise in India considered remarkable?
Why was the introduction of universal adult franchise in India considered remarkable?
What factors are not considered for voting eligibility in India?
What factors are not considered for voting eligibility in India?