Triple Test Formula: Identifying the Incorrect Statement
The 'Triple Test Formula' is a set of criteria laid down by the Indian Supreme Court to be followed by state governments when granting reservations to Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in local body elections.
Statement Analysis
Let's analyze each statement regarding the Triple Test Formula:
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Statement 1: The 'Triple Test Formula' is established by Indian Parliament
This statement is incorrect. The Triple Test Formula originates from Supreme Court judgments, notably the one concerning OBC reservations in local bodies, guiding state actions rather than being established by a parliamentary act.
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Statement 2: It is framework for States to follow when providing OBC reservations in Local Body Elections
This statement is correct. The formula serves as a mandatory framework for states to adhere to when deciding on OBC quotas in Panchayats and Municipalities.
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Statement 3: This Triple Test involves appointing a Commission to study backwardness
This statement is correct. One of the key components of the Triple Test is the establishment of a dedicated commission to conduct an empirical inquiry into the nature and implications of backwardness of the concerned class (OBCs).
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Statement 4: It ensures total reservation including SC, ST and OBC does not exceed 50%
This statement is generally considered correct in principle. While the Triple Test focuses on the conditions for OBC reservation, the overall reservation quota, including Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and OBCs, is often capped at 50% by judicial pronouncements, which influences the application of the Triple Test.
Therefore, the statement that is NOT correct is the first one, as the formula was derived from judicial rulings, not enacted by the Indian Parliament.
Important Questions from Indian Polity (State PSC)
Who was the first Deputy Prime Minister of India ?
- Which of the following correctly explains the significance of PESA, 1996 in Jharkhand?
Statement (S): Not all rights-based laws lead to equitable outcomes.
Explanation (E): Structural inequalities affect access to these rights.
Options:
The Assam State Assembly Election was held recently with newly delimited constituencies. Consider the following statement with respect to this delimitation process.
I. The delimitation was conducted by the Election Commission of India in 2022-23 on the basis of the 2001 census figure.
II. Prior to this, the Constituencies were constituted as per the Delimitation Order of 1976.
III. Section 8A of the Representation People's Act, 1950 provides for special provision for delimitation for Assembly Constituencies of Assam, Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh.
IV. SC assembly seats have increased from 8 to 9 and ST assembly seats have increased from 16 to 19.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are true?
Consider the following statements with respect to privileges of members of Parliament.
I. Privileges would not be fettered by Art. 19 (1) (a) of Indian Constitution.
II. Privileges must be read subject to the Articles 20 - 22 and Art. 32 of the Constitution
III. Immunity is available in relation to both Civil and Criminal prosecution
IV. Immunity is available in relation to Freedom of Speech even in his/her private or personal capacity
How many of the above statement(s) is/are true?
