Monk's Exclusive Lok Sabha Seat

  • On April 11, when the Himalayan State of Sikkim went to the polls, elections were held in a unique Assembly constituency that does not exist on the State’s map and has no geographical boundaries.
  • It is only one-of-its-kind constituency in the country reserved for the monastic community (Sangha).
  • Buddhist monks registered with 51 monasteries in the State are the only ones who can contest and cast their votes for the unique Assembly seat.

Centuries-old Tradition or Constitutional Provision?

  • The references to representation of Lamas (monks) in the council of ministers dated back to 1640 under the Chogyal kings of the State.
  • Experts ....
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