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What does the Indian electoral system achieve by combining territorial boundaries with social reservation?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: Both territorial representation and political participation of disadvantaged groups

Correct answer: A. Territorial constituencies ensure that people living in different areas have an identifiable representative and that local interests can enter the elected institution. Social reservation in specified constituencies seeks to improve the political representation of historically disadvantaged groups by reserving the opportunity to contest the seat for candidates from the relevant category under the law. Together, these arrangements address two democratic goals: representation of places and inclusion of groups that might otherwise remain under-represented. B is wrong because neither arrangement ends voting rights. C is wrong because reservation and territorial boundaries do not merge political parties. D is wrong because elections remain a public constitutional process, not a private service. Reservation concerns candidate eligibility for a seat, while all eligible voters in the constituency may vote. Memory cue: “Territory gives a place a voice; reservation widens social inclusion.”

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Territorial RepresentationSocial ReservationPolitical InclusionElectoral System In India (From Constituency Demarcation To Voter Lists)Electoral System In India From Constituency Demarcation To Voter ListsElectoral PoliticsCivicsClass 9 Mcq

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