Social Representation and Conflict
Besides gender empowerment, reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Backward Castes have diversified the social profile of local bodies.
While this reflects a more inclusive representation, it has also led to tensions, as dominant social groups resist relinquishing power. However, such tensions signify a struggle towards meaningful democracy and equitable power distribution.
Implementation of 73rd and 74th Amendments| Class 11 Polity Notes
Since the enactment of the 73rd and 74th amendments, significant progress has been made in the implementation of local governance structures across India.
States have adopted legislation to align with these amendments, leading to multiple rounds of elections at the local level.