NCERT Important Questions for Class 10 Social Science Political Science Chapter 2
Social Science Class 10 political science
Federalism 2
Important Questions
3/5 Marks Question
Explain five changes towards decentralisation brought in the constitution after the amendments made in 1992.
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The following steps were taken towards decentralization after 1992.
(i) It was made constitutionally mandatory to hold regular elections to local government bodies.
(ii) Seats were reserved for scheduled castes (SCS) Scheduled Tribles (STs) and OBCs.
(iii) Women were given one-third representation.
(iv) An independent institution called state election commission, was created to conduct local body elections.
(v) State governments were required to share their power and revenue with local bodies.
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