What Is the 104th Amendment to the Indian Constitution? Key Facts Explained

Learn about the 104th Amendment of India’s Constitution that ended Anglo-Indian nominations and extended SC/ST seat reservations.

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The 104th amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 2019, abolished the provision of nominated Anglo-Indian members in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies. It also extended the reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies for another ten years, ensuring continued representation and equality for these communities in India's legislative processes.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What changes did the 104th Amendment introduce? The 104th Amendment abolished the nominated Anglo-Indian member provision in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, and extended SC/ST seat reservations by 10 years.
  2. Why was the Anglo-Indian nomination provision removed by the 104th Amendment? The provision was removed because it was deemed that the Anglo-Indian community’s representation could be maintained through other means, and it was no longer necessary to have nominated seats.
  3. Until when were the SC/ST reservations extended by the 104th Amendment? The 104th Amendment extended the reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies until 2030.
  4. How does the 104th Amendment impact representation in India’s legislature? By extending SC/ST reservations, it ensures continued political representation and protection of these communities’ interests in legislative bodies.