The Indian Constitution provides for 'Universal Adult Franchise' for elections to which bodies?
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Correct answer: Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies
Universal Adult Franchise allows every citizen who is not less than 18 years of age to vote in direct elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies. Elections to the Rajya Sabha and Legislative Councils are indirect.
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