What reservation of seats is provided for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women in Panchayats?
Seats in Panchayats are reserved for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in proportion to their population in the Panchayat area. Not less than one-third of the total number of seats are reserved for women, including seats reserved for women belonging to the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. The offices of Chairpersons at different levels are also reserved for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women in a manner provided by the state legislature.