Question 1

Which of the following committee recommended for Panchayath Raj system in India

Accepted Answer

The Balwantrai Mehta Committee, established in 1957, recommended the establishment of the Panchayati Raj system in India to promote democratic decentralization.

Question 2

How many tiers are in the Panchayath Raj system of India

Accepted Answer

The Panchayath Raj system in India is a three-tier system, consisting of the Gram Panchayat at the village level, the Mandal or Block Samiti at the block level, and the Zila Parishad at the district level.

Question 3

Which of the following system is established on the basis of the direct election?

Accepted Answer

Gram Panchayat is established on the basis of direct elections where the members are directly elected by the people of the village.

Question 4

Which was the first State which implemented the Panchayathi Raj System in India?

Accepted Answer

Madhya Pradesh was the first state to implement the Panchayati Raj System in India in 1993.

Question 5

Which of the following Article is related to Panchayathi Raj?

Accepted Answer

Article 243 of the Indian Constitution deals with the Panchayati Raj system. It provides a detailed framework for the establishment of Panchayats at the village and other levels, specifying their powers, authority, and functions.

Question 6

Which schedule was added to the constitution by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment?

Accepted Answer

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment added the 11th Schedule to the Indian Constitution, which contains provisions for Panchayati Raj institutions.

Question 7

How many posts are reserved for women at all levels in the Panchayathi Raj system?

Accepted Answer

At all levels of the Panchayati Raj system, 1/3 of the posts are reserved for women. This reservation is mandated to ensure women's participation in local governance.

Question 8

Who introduces the concept of continuum in sociology?

Accepted Answer

Robert Redfield introduced the concept of the social continuum in sociology, emphasizing the gradual change from traditional to modern societies without sharp boundaries.

Question 9

Which is the work of Robert Redfield mentions the concept continuum?

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Question 10

What is the meaning of continuum?

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A continuum refers to a continuous sequence or range, emphasizing the idea of uninterrupted extension or flow, which aligns with the concept of continuity.

Question 11

Birhors are

Accepted Answer

Birhors are primarily found in Jharkhand, among other regions, and are known for their nomadic lifestyle and expertise in hunting and gathering.

Question 12

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Question 13

Which constitutional Amendments give recognition and protection to local government?

Accepted Answer

The 73rd and 74th Amendments to the Constitution of India, passed in 1992, provide recognition and protection to local government bodies. The 73rd Amendment is for rural local bodies (Panchayati Raj Institutions), and the 74th Amendment is for urban local bodies (Municipalities).

Question 14

District level Panchayaths are known as…….

Accepted Answer

District level Panchayats in India are known as Zila Parishad. They are responsible for the administration and development of the rural areas at the district level.

Question 15

Local self government intends to improve………..

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Local self-government aims to enhance both economic and social conditions by empowering local communities to manage their own affairs, thereby improving their overall quality of life and economic well-being.

Question 16

73rd constitutional Amendment Act was passed in ….

Accepted Answer

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act was passed in 1992, which provided a constitutional status to the Panchayati Raj institutions in India.

Question 17

The supervision, direction and control of the Panchayathi Raj institutions were in the hands of…………

Accepted Answer

The supervision, direction, and control of the Panchayati Raj institutions are primarily in the hands of the State Election Commission, which is responsible for conducting elections to these local bodies.

Question 18

The power and function of the Panchayaths are enlisted in …………….schedule of the constitution

Accepted Answer

The power and function of the Panchayaths are enlisted in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution.

Question 19

Who is the father of Panchayathi Raj system in India?

Accepted Answer

Balwant Rai Mehta is considered the father of the Panchayati Raj system in India. He chaired the committee that recommended the establishment of a three-tier Panchayati Raj system at the village, block, and district levels.

Question 20

Who is the present Chairman of NCST?

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