Question : What was a significant consequence of the participatory upsurge in the 1990s in India?
Option 1: Decline in voter turnout
Option 2: Strengthening of a single-party dominance
Option 3: Increased representation of minority groups
Option 4: Centralization of political power
Correct Answer: Increased representation of minority groups
Solution : A significant consequence of the participatory upsurge in the 1990s in India was the increased representation of minority groups in the political arena, as more people from diverse backgrounds participated in elections.