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Local Government & Panchayati Raj

22 questions in Indian Polity.

Asked in 2026, 2016, 2015, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2005, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995

2026 · Q99Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

Which of the following statements with respect to the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) is/are correct ? 1. The period of its implementation is 1st April, 2021 to 31st March, 2026. 2. The key objective of the Revamped RGSA is to develop the governance capabilities of the Panchayati Raj Institutions to deliver on the Sustainable Development Goals. 3. The share of the Central funding for the Revamped RGSA is 100% for all States and Union Territories. Select the answer using the code given below :

  1. (a)1 and 2
  2. (b)2 only
  3. (c)1 and 3
  4. (d)2 and 3
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Official answer(b) 2 only

2013 · Q69Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

Consider the following statements: 1. National Development Council is an organ of the Planning Commission. 2. The Economic and Social Planning is kept in the Concurrent List in the Constitution of India. 3. The Constitution of India prescribes that Panchayats should be assigned the task of preparation of plans for economic development and social justice. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 and 3 only
  3. (c)1 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(b) 2 and 3 only

2012 · Q1Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the role/power of Gram Sabha? 1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas. 2. Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest produce. 3. Recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting licence or mining lease for any mineral in the Scheduled Areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)1 and 2 only
  3. (c)2 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(b) 1 and 2 only

2012 · Q23Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

Which of the following can be said to be essentially the parts of Inclusive Governance? 1. Permitting the Non-Banking Financial Companies to do banking 2. Establishing effective District Planning Committees in all the districts 3. Increasing the government spending on public health 4. Strengthening the Mid-day Meal Scheme Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

  1. (a)1 and 2 only
  2. (b)3 and 4 only
  3. (c)2, 3 and 4 only
  4. (d)1, 2, 3 and 4
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Official answer(c) 2, 3 and 4 only

2011 · Q11Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

The Constitution (Seventy-Third Amendment) Act, 1992, which aims at promoting the Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country, provides for which of the following? 1. Constitution of District Planning Committees. 2. State Election Commissions to conduct all panchayat elections. 3. Establishment of State Finance Commissions. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)1 and 2 only
  3. (c)2 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(d) 1, 2 and 3

2011 · Q73Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

Consider the following statements: In India, a Metropolitan Planning Committee 1. Is constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. 2. Prepares the draft development plans for metropolitan area. 3. Has the sole responsibility for implementing Government-sponsored schemes in the metropolitan area. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. (a)1 and 2 only
  2. (b)2 only
  3. (c)1 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(a) 1 and 2 only

2005 · Q51Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

Consider the following statements: 1. Part IX of the Constitution of India contains provisions for Panchayats and was inserted by the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992. 2. Part IX A of the Constitution of India contains provisions for municipalities and Article 243Q envisages two types of municipalities – a Municipal Council and a Municipal Corporation – for every state. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 only
  3. (c)Both 1 and 2
  4. (d)Neither 1 nor 2
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Official answer(a) 1 only

2000 · Q43Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajeasy

A college student desires to get elected to the Municipal Council of his city. The validity of his nomination would depend on the important condition, among others, that

  1. (a)he obtains permission from the principal of his college
  2. (b)he is a member of a political party
  3. (c)his name figures in the Voters’ List
  4. (d)he files a declaration owing allegiance to the Constitution of India
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Official answer(c) his name figures in the Voters’ List

2000 · Q46Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajdifficult

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists: List I (Local bodies) (States as in 1999) I. Zila Parishads at the sub-divisional level II. Mandal Praja Parishad III. Tribal Councils IV. Absence of Village Panchayats List II A) Andhra Pradesh B) Assam C) Mizoram D) Meghalaya Codes:

  1. (a)I-B, II-A, III-D, IV-C
  2. (b)I-A, II-B, III-D, IV-C
  3. (c)I-C, II-B, III-A, IV-D
  4. (d)I-B, II-A, III-C, IV-D
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Official answer(d) I-B, II-A, III-C, IV-D

2000 · Q68Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajeasy

The 73rd Constitution Amendment Act, 1992 refers to the

  1. (a)generation of gainful employment for the unemployed and the underemployed men and women in rural area
  2. (b)generation of employment for the able-bodied adults who are in need and desirous of work during the lean agricultural season
  3. (c)laying the foundation for strong and vibrant Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country
  4. (d)guarantee of right to life, liberty and security of person, equality before law and equal protection without discrimination
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Official answer(c) laying the foundation for strong and vibrant Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country

1999 · Q6Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajeasy

In the new Panchayati Raj Bill enacted in 1993, there are several fresh provisions deviating from the past. Which one of the following is not one such provision?

  1. (a)A number of added responsibilities in the area of agriculture, rural development, primary education and social forestry among others.
  2. (b)Elections being made mandatory for all posts at the time they are due.
  3. (c)A statutory representation for women in the panchayats, up to a third of the strength.
  4. (d)Regular remuneration to the panchayat members, so as to ensure their punctuality and accountability.
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Official answer(d) Regular remuneration to the panchayat members, so as to ensure their punctuality and accountability.

1997 · Q20Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

Which one of the following was NOT proposed by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment in the area of Panchayati Raj?

  1. (a)Thirty per cent seats in all elected rural local bodies will be reserved for women candidates at all levels
  2. (b)The States will constitute their Finance Commissions to allocate resources to Panchayati Raj Institutions
  3. (c)The Panchayati Raj elected functionaries will be disqualified to hold their offices if they have more than two children
  4. (d)The elections will be held in six months’ time if Panchayati Raj bodies are super-ceded or dissolved by the State government
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Official answer(c) The Panchayati Raj elected functionaries will be disqualified to hold their offices if they have more than two children

1996 · Q60Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajeasy

What is the system of governance in the Panchayati Raj setup?

  1. (a)Single tier structure of local self-government at the village level
  2. (b)Two-tier system of local self-government at the village and block levels
  3. (c)Three tier structure of local self-government, at the village, block and district levels
  4. (d)Four tier system of local self-government at the village, block, district and state levels
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Official answer(c) Three tier structure of local self-government, at the village, block and district levels

1995 · Q89Indian PolityLocal Government & Panchayati Rajmoderate

89. Which one of the following is incorrect in respect of Local Government in India?

  1. (a)According to the Indian Constitution, local government is not an independent tier in the federal system
  2. (b)30% of the seats in local bodies are reserved for women
  3. (c)Local government finances are to be provided by a Commission
  4. (d)Elections to local bodies are to be determined by a Commission
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Official answer(b) 30% of the seats in local bodies are reserved for women