NCERT Class 11 Political Science — Chapter 8: Local Governments

The 73rd Amendment allows States to voluntarily provide reservation for:

Which statement characterizes the status of local bodies before the 73rd Amendment?

Match the term with its correct scope under the 73rd Amendment: Pair | Term | Scope/Definition A | Gram Panchayat | Covers a village or group of villages B | Mandal Panchayat | Covers the entire district C | Zilla Panchayat | Covers the intermediary block level D | Gram Sabha | Comprises only elected representatives Which of the above pairs is correctly matched?

Which of the following is a subject listed in the Eleventh Schedule?

Which of the following is a subject listed in the Eleventh Schedule?

Why did the subject of local government receive inadequate importance in the original Constitution? 1. The turmoil of Partition created a preference for a strong unitary center. 2. There was a consensus that local governments would slow down economic industrialization. 3. Prominent leaders feared that extreme localism could threaten national integration. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following observations regarding local bodies in India between 1960 and 1987: 1. Most local bodies enjoyed financial independence from the State and Central governments. 2. Elections to these bodies were frequently postponed in many states. 3. Many states utilized indirect election methods for most local bodies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which States were among the first to establish elected local bodies around 1960?

Who advocated the vision that "Independence must begin at the bottom" with every village as a republic?

What was the obligation of State governments following the enactment of the 73rd and 74th Amendments?

Who is credited with initiating the creation of elected local government bodies in India in 1882?

Which of the following subjects is NOT listed in the Eleventh Schedule?

According to the 2011 Census, approximately what %age of India's population lives in urban areas?

Consider the following statements regarding the status of local governments in the original Constitution of India (1950): 1. Local government was assigned to the Union List to ensure uniform implementation. 2. It was included in the Directive Principles of State Policy. 3. The provisions regarding local bodies were justiciable in nature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The P.K. Thungon Committee (1989) is primarily known for recommending:

Who constitutes the "Gram Sabha" under the 73rd Amendment?

With reference to the three-tier structure introduced by the 73rd Amendment, consider the following statements: 1. The Gram Panchayat covers a village or a group of villages. 2. The intermediary level body is mandatory for all states regardless of size. 3. The Zilla Panchayat covers the entire rural area of the district. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the tenure and dissolution of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs): 1. The standard term for every Panchayat body is five years. 2. If a State government dissolves a Panchayat, fresh elections must be held within one year. 3. The amendment ensures that elected local bodies cannot be dissolved under any circumstance. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution lists subjects to be:

With regard to the reservation of seats in Panchayati Raj Institutions, consider the following statements: 1. One-third of all positions are reserved for women. 2. Reservations for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) are uniform across all states regardless of their population proportion. 3. Reservations apply to the positions of Chairpersons as well. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What is the primary objective of the PESA Act (1996) for Scheduled Areas?

Under the PESA Act (1996), which body is empowered to manage local resources like forests?

As mandated under Article 243-I of the Constitution, the State Finance Commission is appointed:

Prior to the establishment of the State Election Commission, who conducted local body elections?

Which of the following provisions of the 73rd Amendment are also incorporated in the 74th Amendment? 1. Direct Elections 2. Reservations 3. State Election Commission 4. State Finance Commission

What is the primary function of the State Finance Commission?

The constitutional framework governing which institutions was strengthened by the 74th Amendment Act?

Which of the following is a subject listed in the Eleventh Schedule?

What is a noted consequence of the democratization of local bodies?

The Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution lists subjects intended for devolution to Panchayats. Which of the following is one such subject?

Mandal or Taluka Panchayats constitute which tier of the Panchayati Raj system?

Consider the following statements regarding the dissolution of local bodies: 1. Before the 73rd Amendment, there was no provision for immediate elections after dissolution. 2. The 73rd Amendment mandates that if a Panchayat is dissolved, the new body serves for a full five-year term. 3. Elections must be held within six months of dissolution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The concept of “Sabhas” in ancient Indian society is best understood as referring to:

In which year did the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act come into force?

Who is responsible for conducting elections to Panchayati Raj Institutions?

The 74th Amendment mandates the transfer of functions listed in which Schedule?

What is the relationship between the State Election Commissioner and the Election Commission of India?

Which of the following is a subject listed in the Eleventh Schedule?

Which of the following is a subject listed in the Eleventh Schedule?

The reservation of one-third seats for women in Panchayats applies to:

Consider the following statements regarding the provisions for Adivasi areas (1996 Act): 1. The provisions of the 73rd Amendment were automatically applied to all Adivasi areas in 1993. 2. The 1996 Act protects the traditional customs of managing common resources. 3. Elected village panchayats in these areas must obtain the consent of the Gram Sabha for many decisions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The actual transfer of functions listed in the Eleventh Schedule to local bodies depends on:

Which Schedule lists the functions to be transferred to urban local bodies?