In the case of election to the Lok Sabha, the amount of Security deposited for general category candidates and SC/ST category candidates respectively is

1. The question asks about the amount of Security Deposit required for candidates contesting elections to the Lok Sabha in India, specifically differentiating between general category candidates and SC/ST category candidates (Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe). 2. The Representation of the People Act, 1951, requires candidates to deposit a certain amount as security, which is forfeited if the candidate fails to secure a minimum percentage of the valid votes polled (one-sixth). 3. The amount of the security deposit has been revised over time. Around 2001-2002, the amounts were: - For Lok Sabha elections: Rs 10,000 for general category candidates. - For candidates belonging to SC/ST categories, the amount was half, i.e., Rs 5,000. 4. Therefore, the correct amounts are Rs 10,000 and Rs 5,000 respectively. 5. (Note: These amounts were subsequently increased in 2009 to Rs 25,000 and Rs 12,500 respectively).