The 61st Amendment to the Constitution of India _________ .

The correct answer is Option 2 - reduced the age for voting from 21 to 18 years

The minimum voting age in India was initially set at 21 years when the country gained independence in 1947. However, recognizing the need to empower younger citizens and promote their active participation in the democratic process, the minimum voting age was lowered to 18 years through the 61st Amendment Act of 1988.