Political Science: Gender, Religion and Caste · Class 10 · CBSE Social Science
Which development most directly resulted from the feminist movement's demand for greater political representation in India?
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Which development most directly resulted from the feminist movement's demand for greater political representation in India?
- A.Reservation of seats for women in local government bodiesCorrect answer
- B.A ban on all religious political parties
- C.Abolition of elections to village councils
- D.Removal of universal adult franchise
Solution
The feminist movement demanded equal political rights and greater representation for women. One important result was the reservation of at least one-third of seats for women in local government bodies.
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