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Local Government — UPSC Prelims Polity previous year questions

43 solved previous year questions on Local Government, papers from 2008 to 2021, drawn from UPPCS, UPSC CDS, CGPSC. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #1UPPCS 2013
   Which part of our Constitution envisages a three-tier system of Panchayats?
   • APart IX
   • BPart X
   • CPart XI
   • DPart XII
   Answer: (A) Part IX
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct 73rd constitutional amendment act added Part IX Indian Constitution, "The Panchayats" and it also Eleventh Schedule which consists of the 29 of the panchayats. Part IX of the Constitution 243 and Article to and envisages a three tier system of Panchayats. With the Act, Panchayati come under the purview of the justiciable part of and mandates states to adopt the system. Important Tips The 73rd constitutional amendment act has two parts: compulsory and voluntary. Compulsory provisions must be added to state laws, which include the creation of the new Panchayati Raj systems. Voluntary provisions, on the other hand, are the discretion of the state government

2. #2CGPSC 2021
   Which of the following pairs is/ are correctly matched? A. Rationalization of V.R. Rao 31. Panchayat Statistics B. Panchayat Raj Training A.S. Trivedi C. Working Group S.D. Mishra on Panchayats and Cooperative D. G.V.K. Rao Arrangement for Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation Programmes Code
   • A(A), (C) and (D)
   • BOnly (B)
   • C(A), (B) and (C)
   • D(A) and (B)
   Answer: (A) (A), (C) and (D)
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct A is correctly matched: The Committee of Panchayat Statistics was appointed by of India in 1960 under the chairmanship of B is incorrectly matched: A.S. Trivedi was with Panchayat Raj Training. S.P. Jain in developing an action plan for training Raj C is correctly matched: The Working Group and Cooperatives was constituted by of India, Ministry of Community Cooperation in 1961 under the chairmanship of D is correctly matched: The Committee to existing Administrative Arrangements for and Poverty Alleviation Programmes under of G.V.K. Rao was appointed by the in 1985

3. #3CGPSC 2021
   Which of the following has been provided in the 74th Amendment Act, 1992 of the 32. Constitution? (i) Municipal Committees (ii) Ward Committees ( ) Metropolitan Planning Committee (iv) District PlanningSelect the correct answer from the codes given below
   • A(i) and (iv)
   • B(i), (ii), ( ) and (iv)
   • C(i), (ii) and (iv)
   • D(ii), ( ) and (iv)
   Answer: (D) (ii), ( ) and (iv)
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct I is incorrect: 74th Amendment Act does municipal committees as a type of urban It only mentions three types of panchayats, municipal councils and is correct: 74th Amendment Act provides for of ward committees at ward level or within the territorial area of a municipality as may in the state is correct: 74th Amendment Act provides constitution of a metropolitan planning every metropolitan area, which is an area population of ten lakhs or more, to prepare a plan for the IV is correct: 74th Amendment Act provides constitution of a district planning committee for to consolidate the plans prepared by the the municipalities in the district and to prepare a plan for the district as a whole

4. #4UPSC CDS 2020
   The 11th Schedule of the Constitution of India distributes powers between
   • Athe Union and the State Legislatures
   • Bthe State Legislatures and the Panchayat
   • Cthe Municipal Corporation and the Panchayat
   • Dthe Gram Sabha and the Panchayat
   Answer: (D) the Gram Sabha and the Panchayat
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct answer. Indian Arms Act, 1878: During the 19 centuries, the British came up with the Arms Act to deal with the growing Indian nationalism. It was enacted in 1878. Under this act, manufacture and sale of guns in the country were regulated. No Indian was allowed to manufacture, sell, or even carry a weapon without a license from the government. The Royal Titles Act 1876 was an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom which officially recognized Queen Victoria as "Empress of India". The act was passed with the understanding that the British imperial should be used only in India. Indian High Courts Act 1861 was an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom to authorize the Crown to create High Courts in the Indian colony. Queen Victoria created the High Courts in Calcutta, Madras, and Bombay by Letters Patent in 1862. The Indian Divorce Act, 1869, also known as th

5. #5UPSC CDS 2017
   Which of the following statements about the 73rd and 74th Constitution Amendment Act is/are correct? 1. It makes it mandatory for all states to establish a three-tier system of Government. 2. Representatives should be directly elected for five years. 3. There should be mandatory reservation of one-third of all seats in all Panchayats at all levels for women.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
   • A1 and 2
   • B2 and 3
   • C1, 2 and 3
   • DOnly 3
   Answer: (B) 2 and 3
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct answer. Part IX of the 73rd Constitutional amendment act 1992 constitutionalised the Panchayati Raj Institutions Article 243, to 243 0 under Part IX has been included in the Indian constitution. The are the local self-governing bodies that ensure the opportunity for people's participation and involvement in the formulation and implementation of rural development programmes. The main objective of Panchayat System in India is to strengthen the base of democracy at the grass root level. Part IX A of the 74th Constitutional amendment act 1992 constitutionalised the The Municipality in the Indian Few states like Nagaland, Meghalaya, Mizoram and some other tribes don't have a three tier system of government. The act doesn't apply to these areas. (statement 1 is not correct)

6. #6UPSC CDS 2017
   Which of the following statements with regard to Panchayats in India are correct? 1. Seats in a Panchayat are filled by direct election from the territorial constituencies in the Panchayat area. 2. The Gram Sabha is the body of persons registered in the electoral rolls relating to a village within the Panchayat area. 3. The Panchayats work on the principle of constitutional autonomy. 4. The State Legislature may by law endow the Panchayats with the power and authority to enable them to function.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
   • A1, 2 and 3
   • B2, 3 and 4
   • C1, 2 and 4
   • D1 and 4
   Answer: (C) 1, 2 and 4
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct answer. Article 243 G mentions "subjected to the provision of this constitution the legislature of a state which says that Panchayats are under the umbrella of the Constitution. Within the constitutional framework, 'Panchayats' is a State subject. Hence, the Panchayat does not work on the principle of constitutional autonomy. (Statement 3 is not correct)

7. #7UPSC CAPF 2021
   The Constitution of India contains no provision for the Constitution of municipalities in every state for
   • Aa Nagar Panchayat
   • Ba Municipal Council
   • Ca Municipal Corporation
   • Dan Urban Panchayat
   Answer: (D) an Urban Panchayat
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct Constitution of India does not contain any the constitution of urban panchayats in every state. only makes provisions for the municipalities, which are divided into three Panchayats, Municipal Council, and The Constitution leaves it up to the states whether or not to constitute urban panchayats

8. #8UPSC CAPF 2015
   Which of the following reasons were cited by the Ashok Mehta Committee for the decline of the Panchayati Raj Institutions in India? 1. Role of Bureaucracy 2. Lack of Political Will 3. Lack of conceptual clarity 56. 4. Lack of gender paritySelect the correct answer using the code given below. of India except Nagaland, Meghalaya and Mizoram. It also exists in all Union Territories except Delhi. in India by the Constitution 74th Amendment Act and envisages a three tier system of Local Governance. having less than 2 million population. from the date of election. Which of the following is/are true regarding Urban Local Bodies in India?
   • A1 and 4
   • B2 and 3
   • C1, 2 and 3
   • D2, 3 and 4
   Answer: (C) 1, 2 and 3
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct Ashok Mehta Committee was a committee the Janata Government in 1977 to study the institutions in India and suggest measures to revive them. The committee submitted its report and made 132 recommendations on various local governance such as structure, functions, etc. Some of the reasons cited by the Committee for the decline of the Panchayati in India were: Lack of political will among the state governments to devolve power and resources to the local bodies Lack of conceptual clarity among the policy makers and administrators about the role and objectives of the Panchayati Raj institutions Role of bureaucracy in dominating and interfering with the functioning of the local bodies Lack of adequate financial resources and taxing powers for the Panchayati Raj instiiutions Lack of effective participation of the people, especially the weaker sections, in the decision-mak

9. #9UPPCS 2009
   Which one of the following functions is not related to the Election Commission?
   • ADirection and control of the preparation of the electoral rolls
   • BConduct of all elections to the Parliament and Legislatures of every State
   • CTo conducts the election of the Offices of President and Vice-president
   • DTo make provision with respect to elections to Legislatures
   Answer: (D) To make provision with respect to elections to Legislatures
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct such a case, the state government may have the to resolve the dispute, as it has over the panchayats and their areas. However, government may also need the approval of the as it has legislative and executive control cantonments and their boards. Important Tips A panchayat is a local self-government institution under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992. It has powers and functions as per the state laws and the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution. A cantonment board is a statutory body under the Cantonments Act, 2006. It has powers and functions as per the central laws and the rules and regulations made by the central government

10. #10UPPCS 2008
    Which Act established Public Service Commission in India for the first time?
    • AIndian Council Act, 1892
    • BCouncil Act, 1909
    • CGovernment of India Act, 1919
    • DGovernment of India Act, 1935
    Answer: (D) Government of India Act, 1935
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct to the Panchayats (Extension to Act, 1996 or PESA, which is a law enacted by of India for ensuring self-governance Gram Sabha's for people living in the of India, the meeting of Gram Sabha in is presided over by a Schedule Tribe member is elected by Gram Sabha

11. #11Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding Diplomatic immunity? 1. It is an immunity granted to diplomats from all national, regional or municipal taxes in respect of the premises of their mission. 2. Diplomatic immunity is not available to the families of diplomats under the under the Vienna Convention of Diplomatic Relations, 1961. okWhich of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct immunity is granted on the basis of popularly called the Vienna -the Convention on Diplomatic Relations, 1961, and on Consular Relations, l is correct. Diplomatic immunity is one of of international law which limits the degree the officials and employees of foreign be subject to the other country's authority of and Convention of 1961 under Article 34 lays diplomatic agents shall be exempted from all Taxes imposed, whether personal or real, or Municipal. The sending State and the head mission shall be exempt from all national, municipal dues and taxes in respect of the the mission, whether owned or leased, other as represent payment for specific services 2 is incorrect. The Vienna Convention according to their posting in the or international organisations such as the nation has only one embassy per foreign country, the capital, but may have multiple consulate in lo

12. #12Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. The corporations or the companies created by the Central government are immune from state taxation. 2. The property and income of local authorities situated within a state are not exempted from the Central taxation.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is incorrect. As corporations or the by the Central government are separate they are not immune from state or local the same time, the property of Centre is exempted taxes imposed by a state or any authority within a municipalities, district boards, panchayats and so the Parliament is empowered to remove this 2 is correct. The property and income of situated within a state are not exempted from taxation

13. #13Practice set
    With reference to the Metropolitan Planning Committee (MPC), the following statements: 1. The Constitution makes it mandatorv for States to set up in ]Metropolitan areas. 2. 3. The Governor can respect to the relation to planning and coordination for the metropolitan area.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correct: The Constitution mandatory for States to set up MPCs in population of 10 lakh and above. MPC to prepare a draft development Statement 2 is correct: Although this is a body related local governance, and is under Part IX A, from both urban local bodies and bodies (only chairpersons of Panchayats in area) form a part of this 3 is incorrect: The State Legislature can with respect to the functions of MPC in relation and coordination for the metropolitan area. Important Tips The state legislature may make provisions with respect to the following aspects of Metropolitan Planning Committee (MPC)

14. #14Practice set
    With reference to the composition of Panchayats, consider the following statements: 1. There is a reservation of seats for SC/STs only at the village and intermediate levels. 2. Reservation for backward classes for the post of chairperson is not mandatory at any level of Panchayats. 3. The reservation of both seats and the post of chairperson for women is mandatory at all levels.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct l is incorrect: Article of the down that there will compulsorily be a reservation for people from the SC and ST communities at an of Panchayats - at village, intermediate, as well 2 is correct: As far as the office of of Panchayats at various levels is constitution has not made any mandatory reservations for Backward Classes. They the decision to the respective state 3 is correct: Article of the provides for reservation for women in to it, at least 113rd of all seats, as well as posts at each level of Panchayats are to be women

15. #15Practice set
    With reference to Town Area Committee, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is non-statutory body established by respective state governments. 2. It is always an entirely nominated body including the chairperson, who is nominated by the District Magistrate.Choose the correct answer using the options given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
    Explanation

    Option d is Town Area Committee is set up for the administration small town. Features of the committee 1 is incorrect - A town area committee by a separate act of a state legislature (Hence a statutory body). It is a semi-municipal authority entrusted with a limited number of civic functions roads, street lighting, and 2 is incorrect - The composition, functions matters related to the Town Area Committee by the act. It may be wholly elected or by the state government or partly partly nominated. It is not necessary to be entirely body. Important Tips Municipality It is established for administration of smaller towns and cities They are established by an act of state legislatures and in the case of UTs, it is by an act of Parliament It also has three authorities council, standing committees and chief executive officer The council is the deliberative and legislative body. It is headed by a

16. #16Practice set
    In opposition to enhancing the powers of panchayat, this national leader said- "A population which is hidebound by caste; a population which is infected by ancient prejudices; a population which thinks that some are high and some are low - can it be expected to have the right even to discharge bare justice? Sir, I deny that proposition, and I submit that it is not proper to expect us to submit our life, and our liberty, and our property to the hands of these Pancha's:' Which one of the following national leaders spoken words given in the above passage?
    • AMahatma Gandhi
    • BSardar Vallabhbhai Patel
    • CDr. B. R. Ambedkar
    • DJawahar Lal Nehru
    Answer: (C) Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct B.R. Ambedkar felt that the faction and of rural society would defeat the noble purpose government at the rural level. When the Bombay Legislative Council debated for panchs through a Village Panchayats lashed out. "A population which is hidebound a population which is infected by ancient prejudices; which flouts equality of status and is notions of gradations in life; a population which some are high and some are low - can it be have the right notions even to discharge bare justice? deny that proposition, and I submit that it is not proper us to submit our life, and our liberty, and our the hands of these panchas."

17. #17Practice set
    With reference to 'Finances of Panchayati Raj in India', consider the following statements:L Union government provide grants to the Pan cha ya ts based on the recommendations of Finance Commission of India. 2. The internal resource generation at the Panchayat level is the major source of funds for Panchayats in India. 3. Panchayats cannot borrow money in the form of loans.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll Lhree
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is correct: Panchayats are entitled to get the Union Government based on the the Central Finance Commission as per Article 280 of 2 is incorrect: Across the country, States given adequate attention to fiscal empowerment of The Panchayats own resources are resource generation at the Panchayat level This is partly due to a thin tax domain and partly Panchayats own reluctance in collecting 3 is incorrect: Loans can be obtained by from financial institutions for implementation schemes relating to Urban Development, and Roads etc. A Panchayat may borrow money from state governments, and market borrowings. Important Tips In general, Panchayats in our country receive funds in the following ways: (i) Grants from the Union Government based on the recommendations of the Central Finance Commission as per Article 280 of the Constitution. (ii) Devolution from the State Gover

18. #18Practice set
    Which of the following are the probable reasons behind the ineffective performance of Panchayats in India? 1. They do not accommodate the diverse sections of village society. 2. The position of panchayats is subordinate to the bureaucracy at state level. 3. Parallel bodies have bypassed the role and responsibilities of Panchayats. Select the currecl answer using the codes given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C2 only
    • D3 only
    Answer: (B) 2 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct after conferring the constitutional status and the 73rd Amendment Act ( 1992), the the Panchayati Raj Institutions has not and not up to the expected level. The for this sub-optimal performance are as l is incorrect: Panchayati Raj system in accommodated various sections of society of seats for scheduled castes and tribes at every level in proportion of their population to population in the panchayat area. This is not the ineffective performance of Panchayats in 2 is correct: In some States, the Gram been placed in a position of subordination. Hence, Panchayat Sarpanches have to spend of time visiting Block Offices for funds approval. Hence, the position of panchayats to the bureaucracy at state 3 is correct: Parallel Bodies (PBs) are supposedly speedy implementation and PBs may usurp the legitimate space of may demoralize the by virtue of their endowments

19. #19Practice set
    With reference to 'Evolution of Urban bodies in India', consider the following statements: 1. The Calcutta Municipal Corporation was the first municipal corporation to be set up in India. 2. Lord Ripon's Resolution of T.ocal Self- Government introduced a two tier system of local governance at municipality level. 3. Under the Government of India of 1919, local self-government became a reserved subject under the charge of Governor.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly ow
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only ow
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 is incorrect: The first municipal India was established in Madras in 1687. It followed creation of the Calcutta Municipal Corporation and Municipal Corporation in 2 is correct: In 1882, Lord Ripon's Local Self-Government created the outline and municipal governance in India. It introduced a of governance at municipal level. According to Resolution of Local Bodies in 1882, district local boards were 3 is incorrect: Under the dyarchical in the provinces by Government of India Act local self-government became a transferred the charge of responsible Indian minster. AND G Important Tips Mayo's Resolution of 1870 financial decentralization was a legislative devolution inaugurated by the Indian Councils Act of 1861. Apart from the annual grant from imperial Government, the provincial governments were authorized to resort to local taxation to balance their budgets. Mayo

20. #20Practice set
    Consider the following statements th regarding 74 Amendment Act of 1992: 1. The act provides for the constitution of Ward Committees in all municipalities with a population of 3 lakhs or more. 2. The maintenance of the accounts of the municipalities and other audit shall be done according to the guidelines of the state finance commission.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (A) 1 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Amendment Act of 1992 has added a new Part the Constitution of India. This part is entitled as and consists of provisions from Articles to 1 is correct: 74th Amendment Act of 1992 constitution of Ward Committees in all a population of 3 lakhs or 2 is incorrect: The maintenance of the the municipalities and other audit shall be done with the provisions in the State law. The will be free to make appropriate provisions regard depending upon the local needs and available for this purpose

21. #21Practice set
    With reference to panchayats in India, consider the following statements: 1. A state having a population below 20 lakhs may not constitute panchayats at the intermediate level. 2. The provision relating to the reservation of seats in panchayats for the Scheduled Castes is not applicable to Arunachal Pradesh.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
    Explanation

    Opliou c is the curred l is correct. The Panchayati Raj act provides three-tier system of Panchayati raj in every state, that is, panchayats at the village, intermediate, and district a state having a population not exceeding 20 not constitute panchayats at the intermediate 2 is correct. The provision relating to of seats in panchayats (both members for the scheduled castes is not applicable state of Arunachal Pradesh. This is because the state fully by indigenous tribal people and there are castes. This provision was added later by the Amendment Act of 2000

22. #22Practice set
    Consider the following pairs with reference to Urban Local Bodies:Types of Urban Description Local Bodies 1. Notified for Committee administration of fast developing town due to industrialization 2. Town Area Established by Committee large public sector enterprises 3. Township Created by State Government for administration of a small town 4. Port Trust It is created by an Act of ParliamentHow many pairs given above are correctly matched?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct total, 8 types of urban local bodies are created in India of urban areas, few of which are l is correctly matched: A notified area created for the administration of two types of developing town due to industrialisation, and a does not yet fulfil all the conditions necessary constitution of a municipality, but which otherwise important by the state 2 is incorrectly matched: A town area committee is for the administration of a small 3 is incorrectly matched: Township is established large public enterprises to provide civic amenities to and workers who live in the housing colonies built 4 is correctly matched: The port trusts are two purposes: (a) to manage and protect the ports; to provide civic amenities. A port trust is created by of Parliament. It consists of both elected and Important Tips Municipal corporation It is created for the administration of big cities

23. #23Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding disqualification of a person as a member of a municipality under 74 th Amendment Act, 1992: 1. If a person is disqualified under any law made by the state legislature, then he/ she will be disqualified as a member of a municipality. 2. Any person below 25 years of age is disqualified from being a member of panchayat. 3. All disputes regarding disqualification of a member are referred to and decided by the State Election Commission.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is person shall be disqualified for being chosen as or a member of a municipality if he is so under any law for th;; lime being ia llie purpuses of elections to the legislature of the state concerned; under any law made by the state legislature. 2 is incorrect: The 74 Amendment Act, that no person shall be disqualified on the ground is less than 25 years of age if he has attained the age of Statement 3 is incorrect: According to 74 th Amendment all questions of disqualifications are referred to as the state legislature determines. Important Tips State Election Commission: The State Election Commissioner is appointed by the Governor. The State Election Commissioner has the status, salary and allowance of a Judge of a High Court and cannot be removed from office except in like manner and on the like grounds as a Judge of a High Court

24. #24Practice set
    Which of the following items is/are considered as a source of revenue for municipalities? 1. Income on minor mineral 2. Surcharge on stamp duty 3. Tax on advertisement published in newspaper 4. Property tax 5. Octroi taxSelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1, 3 and 4 only
    • B2, 3 and 5 only
    • C1, 2, 4 and 5 only
    • D1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
    Answer: (C) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct revenue base of MCs can be broadly categorized tax (b) non-tax revenues, (c) assigned (c) grants-in-aid, (d) loans and (e) other receipts. Tax revenue includes Property Tax, Octroi, other than published in newspaper, Tax on Land Tax, income on minor tax revenue includes User Charges, Municipal Fees, Hire Charges, Lease (shared) revenue for municipalities Tax, Surcharge on Stamp duty, Motor Vehicles l. Solution: Option b is the correct l is correct. One of the objectives of (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 Act is to preserve the traditions and customs of 2 is incorrect. PESA is a Central legislation the Provisions of the Panchayats, as given in of the Constitution to the Fifth Scheduled Areas modifications and exemptions. These areas of tribal States with Fifth Schedule Areas that are covered are Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Madhya

25. #25Practice set
    With reference to the 'Ward Committees' of the Urban Local Government in India, consider the following statements:1. refers to the territorial constituencies into which a municipal area is divided. 2. The Constitution mandates the formation of a separate Ward Committee for each ward. 3. Ward Committees can oversee the spending of funds granted to their respective wards.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correct. Each municipal area is divided constituencies to be known as 2 is incorrect. The Constitution provides shall be constituted Wards Committees, one or more Wards, within the territorial area of having a population of three lakhs or 3 is correct. Ward Committees are form an action plan for their respective wards, of processing of municipal waste, public spaces, and also oversee spending granted to the ward. It is mandated under the Amendment

26. #26Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. Gram Sabha comprises of all the adult members (registered as voters) in the Panchayat area. 2. Gram Sabha's role and functions are mentioned in constitution. 3. The chairperson of panchayats at the intermediate and district levels are indirectly elected from amongst the elected members.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correct. The 73rd Constitution added a new Part IX to the constitution titled Gram Sabha is a body consisting of all registered in the electoral rolls relating to a within the area of Panchayat at the village 2 is incorrect. Gram Sabha serves as the Panchayati Raj, yet it is not among the three tiers same. The powers and functions of Gram Sabha are state legislature by law. Their roles and functions are in the 3 is correct. Part IX provides for a 3 system, which would be constituted in at the village level, intermediate level and district provision brought the uniformity in the Panchayati in India. However, the states which were below 20 Lakh were given an option to the intermediate level. All the members of these are elected. Further, the chairperson of the intermediate and district levels are indirectly amongst the elected members. But at the village electi

27. #27Practice set
    With respect to the Grants to Local Governments, consider the recommendations made by the Fifteenth Finance Commission: 1. The commission earmarked whole grants to Panchayati Raj Institutions for national priorities. 2. Basic grants are proposed for municipal areas with a population of less than one million. 3. 'Million-Plus' cities would receive performance-linked grants only.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Optlon b is the correct Practkebook Statement l is incorrect. With respect to the Grants to the Fifteenth Finance Commission per cent of funds for national 2 is correct. Urban local bodies have into two groups, based on population, norms have been used for flow of grants to on their specific needs and aspirations. Basic proposed only for cities/towns having a population than a 3 is correct. For Million-Plus cities, 100 per the grants are performance-linked through the Cities Challenge Fund (MCF)

28. #28Practice set
    At the central level, the subject of Urban Local Government is dealt by which of the following ministries? 1. Ministry of Home Affairs. 2. Ministry of Urban Development. 3. Ministry of Defence.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C1, 2 and 3 r
    • D2 only
    Answer: (C) 1, 2 and 3 r
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct ans system of urban government was the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. Central level, the subject of 'urban local government' with by the following three Ministry of Urban Ministry of Defence in the case of cantonment ) Ministry of Home Affairs in the case of Union Territories

29. #29Practice set
    With reference to the Panchayati Raj Institutions in India, consider the following statements: 1. Gram Sabha includes every person of the village who is aged 18 years or more. 2. The secretary of the Gram Sabha is appointed by the state government.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 Only
    • B2 Only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 and 2
    Answer: (B) 2 Only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is incorrect. Anyone who is years old and who has the right to vote is a member of Sabha. In other words, a person who is above and registered within the electoral rolls of a within the area of panchayat at the village level, member of gram Sabha is the general assembiy of registered voters in the area of Gram 2 is correct. The Gram Panchayat has a also works as the Secretary of the Gram Sabha. He is appointed by the concerned state government. He is responsible for calling the meeting of the Gram Gram Panchayat and keeping a record of the proceedings

30. #30Practice set
    With reference to the decentralization of powers to local government institutions, consider the following statements: 1. Mahatma Gandhi advocated the decentralization and local self government to make development inclusive. 2. Jawaharlal Nehru considered decentralization to local level as a threat to the unity and integrity of India. 3. B.R. Ambedkar largely supported decentralization as it would empower the lower-caste people to voice their needs in institutionalized forum.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correct. Mahatma Gandhi strongly decentralization of economic and political India's freedom movement. It is because he had belief that all development initiatives must have in order to be successful. Panchayats looked upon as instruments of decentralization 2 is correct. Nehru saw localism as extreme localism which was seen as to unity and integration of the nation. It was the turmoil due to the Partition, it resulted in a for in the 3 is incorrect. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar voiced in Assembly that the faction and of rural society would defeat the noble purpose government at the rural level

31. #31Practice set
    Which of the following is the qualifying criteria, as per the Census of India, for a place to be classified as an urban area? 1. A minimum population of 5,000. 2. least 75 per cent of the total working population is engaged in non-agricultural activities 3. A density of population of at least 400 persons per sq. kmHow many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct the Census of India 2011, the definition of urban area places with a corporation, or notified town area committee, other places which satisfied the following A minimum population of 5,000; (Statement 1 At least 75 per cent of the male working population (not total population) engaged in non-agricultural activities; (Statement 2 is ) A density of of at least 400 persons per sq. km (Statement 3 is Solution: Option d is the correct 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act is not applicable Mizoram and Meghalaya States, as the institutions of self-government exist in these government recently amended Panchayati 1996, to provide for establishment of elected Councils in Jammu and Kashmir. It members directly elected from 14 of the district as well as the: Legislative Assembly and the chairperson of all Councils of the district. The move to have elected third tier of Panchayati

32. #32Practice set
    With reference to the Panchayati Raj Institutions Consider the following statements: 1. Rajasthan was the first state to establish Panchayati Raj after independence. 2. The subject of 'Local Government' is mentioned in the Concurrent List under the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution. 3. The institution was constitutionalized through 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, passed under the Prime Ministership of Rajiv Gandhi.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Raj Institutions has taken a long journey post independence from the first PM itself to its through 73,d and 7 Constitutional Some of facts and features are as l is correct - Rajasthan was the first state Panchayati Raj. The scheme was inaugurated prime minister on October 2, 1959, in Nagaur was followed by Andhra Pradesh, which the system in 1959. Thereafter, most of the the 2 is incorrect - The subject of'Local mentioned in the State List under the Seventh the 3 is incorrect - The Act was passed under of P V Narsimha Rao and not under Gandhi Government. Although Rajiv Gandhi 64 th Amendment Bill to constitutionalize the it only in Lok Sabha and not Rajya Sabha. The bill opposed by the Opposition on the ground sought to strengthen centralisation in the federal system

33. #33Practice set
    Consider the following pairs:Com.mittee Issue considered 1. Thungon Examine the political Committee and administrative structure in the district for the purpose of district planning 2. L M Singhvi Revitalisation of Committee Panchayati Raj Institutions for Democracy and Development 3. Ashok Review the existing Mehta Administrative Committee Arrangements for Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation Programmes 4. Gadgil How best Panchayati Committee Raj Institutions could be made effectiveHow many pairs given above are correctly matched?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four
    Answer: (C) Only three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Panchayati Raj has evolved since independence and purpose of examining various issues, Government has several committees time to time. Some of the their purpose are as 1 is correct - In 1988, a sub-committee of Committee of Parliament was the chairmanship of P.K. Thungon to examine and administrative structure in the district purpose of district planning. This committee the strengthening of the Panchayati Raj 2 is correct - In 1986, Rajiv Gandhi a committee to prepare a concept 'Revitalisation of Panchayati Raj Institutions and Development' under the L.M. Singhvi. It gave some recommendations like Raj institutions should be protected and preserved, Nyaya be established for a cluster of villages, The should have more financial 3 is incorrect -This was the role of GVK Rao not Ashok Mehta Committee. The Committee the existing Administrative Arrangements Development a

34. #34Practice set
    Consider the following statements with regards to the Provisions for some states: 1. The original Constitution of India did not make any special provisions for the states. 2. They aim to protect the cultural and economic interests of the people of these regions.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is incorrect. The Portuguese ruled Nagar Haveli territory until its liberation in the administration was carried on till an administrator chosen by the people and Nagar Haveli were small undefended territories, part of Portuguese India since territories were enclaves, without any access to the by the Portuguese Governor of the district 1 2 is correct. The Constitution Act, 1961, incorporated Dadrn and as the seventh Union lerrilory of India, by First Schedule to the Constitution. It also (1) of article 240 of the Constitution to territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli in order to lo,egulatiun, fr,r Lhe peace, good government of the territory". 1. Solution: Option a fa the correct l is correct. The Constitution of Parliament provides otherwise, all proceedings in Court are to be in the English language only. has not made any provision for the use of the Supreme Court

35. #35Practice set
    to the duties of State Election Commission which of the following statements is/are incorrect? 1. Prepare electoral rolls for panchayat and state legislature elections. 2. Make provisions for elections to Lhe panchayats. 3. Decides the question of disqualification in panchayal elediuu.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B1 and 2 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (B) 1 and 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 the establishment of Panchayats in rural areas of the application of this Act has certain l is incorrect: The provisions of this Part to the Union territories and shall, in their a Union territory, have effect as if the references to of a State were references to the the Union territory appointed under article 239 to the Legislature or the Legislative Assembly of were references, in relation to a Union territory Legislative Assembly, to that Legislative that the President may, by public that the provisions of this Part shall apply to territory or part thereof subject to such modifications as he may specify in the 2 is correct: 73rd Constitutional does not apply to the states of Jammu and Meghalaya and Mizoram and certain These areas include the hill area of Manipur a district council exists; and Darjeeling West Bengal for wh

36. #36Practice set
    With reference to State Finance Commission which of the following statements is/are incorrect? 1. It is constitutional body established under Article 280. 2. The Constitution provides for the required qualification ot its members. 3. It recommends the governor about the grants-in-aid to the panchayats from the of India.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B1 and 2 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (A) 1 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct to these bodies are conducted by the State l is correct: 73rd Constitutional Amendment the interference by courts in the electoral matters It declares that the validity of any law relating delimitation of constituencies or the allotment of such constituencies cannot be questioned in any 2 is incorrect: Constitution of India lays no election to any panchayat is to be by an election petition presented to such in such manner as provided by the state is not empowered)

37. #37Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding 'Lokayukta': 1. He/She is appointed by the Chief Justice of the concerned High Court of the state. 2. He/she should be a retired Chief Justice of the respective state High court. 3. He/she can be removed by the President on the recommendation of the Governor of the state.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (C) All three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct l is correct: The 5 UTs without Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Daman Dadra Nagar Haveli, Lakshadweep and Ladakh) forum of Home Minister's Advisory Committee Advisory Committee 2 is correct: While Home Minister's is chaired by the Union Home Advisory Committee is chaired by of the concerned UTs. The have the following members: Administrator of the UT Member of Parliament representing the UT Representatives of the District Panchayats and Municipal Council of the respective UTs Nominated members from the civil 3 is correct: The Advisory Committee shall in the matters related to: General issues relating to social and economic development of the UTs. All legislative proposals concerning UT in regard to the matters in the State List. Internal security related matters. Such matters related to Annual Financial Statement of the Union in so far as it concerns the UT. Importan

38. #38Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. The Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) in the district is responsible for the preparation of the electoral roll for each Parliamentary constituency. 2. States are mandated to use the voters list prepared by Election Commission of India (ECI) for municipality and panchayat elections to maintain uniformity.Which of the statement given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (A) 1 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is correct. The of the (RPA), 1950 lays clown the provision for the the electoral roll. Electoral Registration Officer responsible for the of the dectonil roll constituency (parliamenlary/assembiy). An the order of the ERO during the update of rolls lies before the District 2 is incorrect. The State Election municipal and panchayat elections. They are prepare their own electoral rolls for local body this exercise does not have to be coordinated with However, some state laws allow the State to borrow and use the Election rolls for local body elections

39. #39Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. All types of elections in India are conducted through First past the post system. 2. Election Commission of India does not supervise Panchayat and Municipal elections. 3. President of India cannot remove an Election Commissioner before the expiry of his term. 4. It is mandatory to appoint more than one Election Commissioner in the Election Commission.How many of the above statements are correct?
    • AOnly One
    • BOnly Two
    • COnly Three
    • DAll Four
    Answer: (C) Only Three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct l is correct: If a municipality is dissolved the completion of its full term, then it is to 74th Constitutional Amendment Act to new municipality reconstituted. And a municipality does not enjoy full term, rather it exists only of the original term of the prematurely 2 is correct: All municipalities are to have a of 5 years, subject to premature dissolution if where the remainder of the period is less than it shall not be necessary to hold any election the new municipality for such period. Important Tips If, in the opinion of the Zilla Parishad, a Gram Panchayat exceed or abuses its powers or is not competent to perform or makes persistent default in the performance of the duties imposed on it under this Act or any other law for the time being in force, the Zilla Parishad may by order published in the Official Gazette, dissolve such Gram Panchayat

40. #40Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the social audits in India: 1. In India, the concept of Social Audit was formally introduced in 1952 to measure the effectiveness of Community Development Programme. 2. The Social Audit of Corporate Social Responsibility ( CSR) activities is not mandatory under Companies Act, 201 3. There is a provision for mandatory Social Audit by Gram Sabha in the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act 200How many of the above-given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct auditing is a process by which an government accounts for its social performance stakeholders and seeks to improve its future The concept was pioneered by in 1972. l is incorrect: In India, the initiative social audits was taken by Tata Iron Company Limited Jamshedpur in the It gained significance after the 73rd amendment constitution relating to Panchayat Raj institutions. social audits were first made statutory in a 2005 Act and government also issued the Rules in 2011 under the 2 is correct: Under the current legal is no provision of social audit of Corporate (CSR) expenditure made by the companies are required to file details of annually in the MCA21 registry. The made by the companies in MCA21 are a user-friendly manner and put in the National Portal. In addition, companies are required to information regarding CSR expenditure in Loss Account and the same is

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