State PCS PYQPrelims 2024

BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 94

After the changes made in March 2024, what is the eligibility age for senior citizens to vote by postal ballot?

  1. 85 years
  2. 80 years
  3. 82 years
  4. 90 years
Show answer & explanation

Answer: (A) 85 years

Explanation

The Conduct of Election Rules were amended in March 2024 to allow home/postal voting for those aged 85+.

  • (A) Correct

    Correct: the age was raised from 80 to 85 years.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: this was the earlier limit.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: not the limit.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: not the limit.