NCERT Class 6 Political Science — Chapter 3: Panchayati Raj

Which of the following functions does NOT fall under the purview of the elected Gram Panchayat?

In the functioning of Gram Sabha under the Panchayati Raj system, the authority to preside over its meetings vests in:

What is the position of the Janpad Panchayat in the Panchayati Raj structure?

Which of the following best describes the jurisdiction of a Panchayat Samiti?

With reference to village-level local self-government, the elected component of the Gram Panchayat comprises:

Consider the following statements regarding the "Nirmal Gram Puruskar": 1. It is awarded for excellent work done in the Panchayat. 2. Two village Panchs from Maharashtra receiving it in 2005. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Who among the following is responsible for convening the meetings of the Gram Sabha and the Gram Panchayat?

Consider the following pairs regarding the levels of Panchayati Raj: Level | Name 1. Village Level | Gram Panchayat 2. Block Level | Janpad Panchayat 3. District Level | Zila Parishad How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

According to the framework of local self-government, the Panchayati Raj system functions as the:

What is the significance of the Gram Sabha in the context of democratic accountability?

With reference to the Panchayati Raj system, the term "Gram Panchayat" refers to:

Consider the following statements about the "Gram Panchayat": 1. It is elected for a term of 5 years. 2. It consists of Ward Members and the Sarpanch. 3. It has a Secretary appointed by the government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act established a Panchayati Raj system with how many tiers of governance?

Consider the following statements regarding the Secretary of the Gram Panchayat: 1. The Secretary is elected by the members of the Gram Sabha along with the Sarpanch. 2. The Secretary serves as the Secretary for both the Gram Sabha and the Gram Panchayat. 3. The primary responsibility of the Secretary is to unilaterally decide the development plans for the village. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Assertion (A): The Gram Sabha is a permanent body that is not subject to dissolution. Reason (R): The Gram Panchayat is an executive body elected for a tenure of five years.

The duration for which a Gram Panchayat normally continues before fresh elections are held is:

What is the primary function of the Gram Sabha in relation to the Gram Panchayat?

Consider the following statements regarding the Gram Sabha: 1. It is a meeting of all adults who live in the area covered by a Panchayat. 2. The area covered by a Gram Sabha is strictly limited to a single village under all circumstances. 3. Anyone who is 18 years old or more and has the right to vote is a member. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the sources of funds for the Panchayat, consider the following: 1. Collection of taxes on houses and market places. 2. Government scheme funds received through the Janpad and Zila Panchayats. 3. Donations for community works. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following are explicitly listed as the work of a Gram Panchayat? 1. Construction and maintenance of water sources and school buildings. 2. Levying and collecting local taxes. 3. Executing government schemes related to generating employment.

Consider the following statements regarding the Zila Parishad: 1. It sits above the Panchayat Samiti in the hierarchy. 2. It makes developmental plans at the district level. 3. It regulates money distribution among Gram Panchayats with the help of Panchayat Samitis. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Assertion (A): The Gram Sabha functions as a mechanism of direct democracy at the village level. Reason (R): It holds the elected Gram Panchayat accountable for the distribution of funds and implementation of development schemes.

Which body is responsible for approving the list of Below Poverty Line (BPL) families in a village?

At the village level under Panchayati Raj Institutions, electoral representation is organised through units known as:

With reference to the laws governing Panchayats, consider the following 1. All states in India must follow the exact same laws for Panchayats as defined by the Central Government. 2. Each state has its own laws with regard to Panchayats within the guidelines of the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The constitutional provision allowing States to formulate their own laws regarding Panchayats is primarily intended to:

Consider the following statements regarding the funding of the Gram Panchayat: 1. It receives funds solely from local taxation. 2. It receives government scheme funds through various departments. 3. It can accept donations for community works. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In the three-tier Panchayati Raj system, which body is primarily responsible for regulating the distribution of funds among Gram Panchayats?

Which of the following is NOT a source of funds for the Panchayat?

Consider the following statements regarding the "Panchs": 1. They are members of the Gram Panchayat. 2. They are elected by the Gram Sabha members belonging to their specific ward. 3. They present plans to the Gram Sabha along with the Sarpanch. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the Panchayati Raj Institutions, which of the following is a primary function of the Zila Parishad?

In the context of rural administration, which of the following falls under the category of "Common Property Resources" maintained by the Gram Panchayat?

Which of the following bodies primarily ensures the accountability of the Gram Panchayat and prevents the misuse of funds?

Which of the following conditions must be met for a person to be a member of the Gram Sabha?

Who among the following is mandated to maintain the records of the proceedings and decisions of the Gram Sabha?

Which of the following types of developmental activities falls within the functional domain of a Gram Panchayat?

Consider the following statements about the Secretary of the Gram Panchayat: 1. He is responsible for calling the meeting of the Gram Sabha. 2. He is responsible for calling the meeting of the Gram Panchayat. 3. He has the power to veto decisions made by the Sarpanch. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In the three-tier Panchayati Raj structure, what is the relationship between the Panchayat Samiti and the Gram Panchayats?

With reference to the composition of a Gram Panchayat, which of the following statements correctly describes a "Ward Member"?

In the context of the Gram Panchayat system, the elected representative of a ward is commonly referred to as:

With reference to the functioning of the Gram Sabha, working committees for developmental activities are usually constituted:

Consider the following statements regarding the election of the Sarpanch: 1. The Sarpanch is elected by the Ward Members from among themselves. 2. The Sarpanch is elected by all the members of the Gram Sabha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In the Panchayati Raj system, the Secretary of the Gram Panchayat is appointed by:

The Secretary appointed to the Gram Panchayat concurrently acts as the Secretary of:

With reference to the structure of the Gram Panchayat, consider the following statements: 1. Every village Panchayat is divided into smaller areas known as wards. 2. Each ward elects a representative known as the Ward Member or Panch. 3. The Sarpanch is elected solely by the elected Ward Members. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?