Every question from this NCERT chapter, with a detailed explanation.
With reference to urban local governance bodies in India, consider the following 1. The nomenclature of the urban local body is uniform across all cities regardless of size. 2. A Municipal Corporation is established for big cities, whereas a Municipal Council is for smaller towns. 3. The division of a city into wards is a standard practice for the constitution of these bodies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the administrative structure of a Municipal Corporation: 1. The Commissioner and the administrative staff are elected by the people of the wards. 2. The Ward Councillors are elected representatives of the people. 3. The Commissioner has no role in the implementation of decisions made by the Councillors' Committees. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following pairs regarding the functionaries in Urban Administration: | Authority | Primary Function/Characteristic A. | Ward Councillor | Prepares the budget for the ward B. | Commissioner | Implements decisions of the committees C. | Administrative Staff | Elected to represent specific wards D. | Ward Committee | Appointed by the State Government How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Consider the following statements regarding the functions of a Municipal Corporation: 1. It is responsible for preventing the outbreak of diseases in the city. 2. It is prohibited from running schools and hospitals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the funding of Municipal Corporations, consider the following 1. Property tax is one of the sources of revenue for the Municipal Corporation. 2. Property taxes typically constitute 90 % of the money a Municipal Corporation earns. 3. Taxes are also levied on education, amenities, and entertainment services like movies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In the context of urban administration, if a specific local problem arises, such as dangerous electrical wires hanging in a street, who is the primary point of contact for the residents of that specific area?
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Property Tax | 1. Local body for smaller towns B. Sub-Contracting | 2. Privatization of garbage collection services C. Ward Committee | 3. Paid by people who own homes D. Municipal Council | 4. Body that debates city-wide issues
With reference to the Swachh Bharat Mission, consider the following 1. It was launched on 2 October 2020. 2. It aims to promote cleanliness in both urban and rural areas. 3. It includes campaigns like "Swachh Bharat, Swachh Vidyalaya". Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
What is the primary function of the Committees formed by Ward Councillors in a Municipal Corporation?
Which of the following functions does NOT fall under the jurisdiction of a Municipal Corporation?
Consider the following statements regarding the "Commissioner" of a Municipal Corporation: 1. The Commissioner is an elected representative of the city. 2. The Commissioner is responsible for the implementation of the budget. 3. The Commissioner is subordinate to the administrative staff. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
What is the primary objective of Ward Councillors placing local ward-specific demands before the Municipal Council?
Which of the following statements correctly distinguishes the role of Ward Councillors from that of the administrative staff in a Municipal Corporation?
Consider the following statements about the "Ward Committee": 1. It is formed when problems are within a specific ward. 2. It consists of the Commissioner and the Mayor. 3. It allows people to contact their Councillor for local grievances. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the revenue sources of a Municipal Corporation, which of the following statements is correct?
With reference to the functioning of Municipal Corporations, the annual budget primarily serves to:
Which of the following statements regarding the "Commissioner" is/are correct? 1. He/She is elected directly by the citizens. 2. He/She is appointed to lead the administrative staff. 3. He/She is responsible for implementing the decisions of the Council.
Consider the following statements about the "Swachh Bharat Mission": 1. It was launched to generate awareness on sanitation and hygiene. 2. It is restricted to schools under the "Swachh Vidyalaya" campaign. 3. It is implemented exclusively by the Central Government without local body involvement. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following is NOT typically a source of tax revenue for a Municipal Corporation?
Consider the following statements regarding waste management in urban areas: 1. In recent times, Commissioners of several municipalities have hired private contractors to collect and process garbage. 2. The government aims to provide permanent employment to sanitation workers through private companies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the "Ward Councillor": 1. They are elected by the people of the ward. 2. They are responsible for the entire city's administrative staff appointments. 3. They facilitate the resolution of local ward-level issues. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following tasks is typically handled by a Committee of Ward Councillors rather than an individual Councillor?
Consider the following statements regarding the "Municipal Council": 1. It is the governing body for big cities. 2. It has similar functions to a Corporation but on a smaller scale. 3. It is headed by an Executive Officer appointed by the State Government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Dangerous electrical wires in a lane | 1. Municipal Corporation Office B. City-wide garbage disposal policy | 2. Committee of Councillors C. Implementation of a new park project | 3. Ward Councillor D. Payment of Property Tax | 4. Administrative Staff
With reference to the Municipal Commissioner, which of the following statements is incorrect?
The role of Ward Councillors in shaping the Municipal Corporation’s budget primarily involves:
Which of the following is a primary public health function of a Municipal Corporation?
Consider the following statements regarding sanitation workers: 1. The job of a contract worker in sanitation is considered precarious. 2. Contract workers are not permanent employees and often lack safety gear. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Property Tax, one of the major sources of revenue for Municipal Corporations, is typically determined on the basis of:
Which of the following is NOT a standard administrative department within a Municipal Corporation?
Consider the following statements regarding the "Ward Councillor": 1. They are the link between the citizens of a ward and the Municipal Corporation. 2. They have the power to dismiss the Commissioner. 3. They are prohibited from placing the demands of their ward before the council. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?
Decisions regarding city-wide infrastructure issues, such as the cleaning of major drainage systems, are primarily taken by:
Consider the following statements regarding the administrative staff of a Municipal Corporation: 1. The Commissioner and administrative staff are responsible for implementing decisions. 2. They are elected by the people to ensure accountability. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which campaign under the "Swachh Bharat Mission" specifically targets sanitation in schools?
Consider the following statements: 1. A city is generally more spread out than a village. 2. A city typically lacks crowded markets and traffic control issues. 3. Urban administration is responsible for water and electricity facilities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In the structure of a Municipal Corporation, which of the following officials is appointed by the State Government?
Consider the following statements regarding the administrative staff in a Municipal Corporation: 1. They function independently of the Municipal Commissioner. 2. They are responsible for the implementation of decisions taken by the Ward Councillors. 3. They are elected by the people for a fixed tenure. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In a Municipal Corporation, which body is primarily responsible for debating and approving the annual budget?