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Which unique constituency in the Sikkim Legislative Assembly represents Buddhist monasteries and monks, a feature protected under constitutional provisions?
A. Sangha constituency✓ Correct Answer
B. Bhutia constituency
C. Lepcha constituency
D. Monastic constituency
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Sangha constituency is a unique electoral seat in the Sikkim Legislative Assembly reserved exclusively for registered Buddhist monks of recognized monasteries across the state. This provision was incorporated under Article 371F to preserve the traditional socio-political role of the Buddhist clergy in local governance. Voters in this constituency comprise ordained monks enrolled in official monastery registers.
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