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UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist

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  • 120 questions each
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Prelims Paper I covers general studies.

UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Prelims · 2020 · Paper I, General Studies · Q75 of 120

Geo-Scientist Prelims 2020 General Studies Q75: Which one of the following gave reserved seats for the Depressed…

QuestionHistory / Poona Pact

Which one of the following gave reserved seats for the Depressed Classes in the provincial and central legislative councils that were to be voted in by the general electorate?

  1. (a) First round table conference
  2. (b) Second round table conference
  3. (c) Poona pact
  4. (d) Government of India Act, 1935

Answer: (c) Poona pact

The Poona Pact (1932) replaced separate electorates (Communal Award) with reserved seats for Depressed Classes in a joint (general) electorate — 148 seats in provincial legislatures and 18% in the central legislature.

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