Class 9 · Social Science · Understanding Society: India and Beyond - Part I

7. Elections

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Elections in India are conducted by the

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Answer: B. Election Commission

The independent Election Commission conducts Lok Sabha and assembly elections.

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The minimum age to vote in India is

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Answer: B. 18 years

It was lowered from 21 to 18 by the 61st Amendment (1988).

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Each area that elects one representative is called a

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Answer: B. constituency

India is divided into constituencies for elections.

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