⚖️ Polity & GovernanceUPSC 2009Salient Features of RPA

If a Panchayat is dissolved, elections are to be held within:

a1 month
b3 months
c6 months
d1 year
✓ Correct answer: c) 6 months
ExplanationAccording to Article 243E of the Constitution, if a Panchayat is dissolved before its term ends, elections must be held within six months.This ensures that the democratic process is restored promptly.However, if the remainder of the term is less than six months, elections may not be necessary.270

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