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Which Constitutional Amendment Act lowered the voting age in India from 21 years to 18 years by amending Article 326?
A. 42nd Amendment Act, 1976
B. 44th Amendment Act, 1978
C. 61st Amendment Act, 1988✓ Correct Answer
D. 86th Amendment Act, 2002
💡 Solution & Explanation
The 61st Constitutional Amendment Act of 1988 lowered the voting age for elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies from 21 years to 18 years. The 42nd Amendment is known for extensive changes, the 44th restored certain democratic norms, and the 86th made elementary education a fundamental right under Article 21A.
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