Which village Panchayat in Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh unanimously elected all women members only, during the December 2010-January 2011 elections?
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Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation:
During the Panchayat elections held in Dec 2010 – Jan 2011, the Kamru Panchayat in Kinnaur created history. The villagers unanimously elected an all-women panchayat. This included the Pradhan, Up-Pradhan, and all five ward members. It was a significant step towards women empowerment in the tribal belt.
📚 Additional Info: Kamru & Kinnaur
1. Kamru Village
- Location: Situated in the Sangla Valley (Baspa Valley) of Kinnaur.
- Significance: Kamru was the original capital of the Bushahr Principality. The capital was later shifted to Sarahan and finally to Rampur.
- Kamru Fort: A multi-storeyed tower-like structure dedicated to Kamakhyan Devi (believed to have been brought from Assam). The idol is placed on the third floor.
2. Women in HP Panchayati Raj
- Himachal Pradesh was one of the first states in India to provide 50% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Urban Local Bodies, starting from the 2008 elections.
3. Other Options
- Sangla: The main town of the Baspa Valley, famous for saffron cultivation and trout fishing.
- Moorang: An ancient village known for the Pandava Fort and apricot orchards.