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Which function of the Gram Panchayat focuses on construction and maintenance of public amenities?
Which function of the Gram Panchayat focuses on construction and maintenance of public amenities?
- Judicial
- Socio-Economic
- Administrative (correct)
- Commercial
What is one of the key roles of the Gram Panchayat in the socio-economic sector?
What is one of the key roles of the Gram Panchayat in the socio-economic sector?
- Managing legal disputes
- Supervising agricultural markets
- Establishing cooperative credit societies (correct)
- Organizing community protests
Under which function does the Gram Panchayat manage health care services in the village?
Under which function does the Gram Panchayat manage health care services in the village?
- Socio-Economic (correct)
- Judicial
- Administrative
- Developmental
What type of cases does the Nyay Panchayat handle?
What type of cases does the Nyay Panchayat handle?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the Gram Panchayat?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the Gram Panchayat?
What is one developmental function of the Gram Panchayat related to agriculture?
What is one developmental function of the Gram Panchayat related to agriculture?
How does the Gram Panchayat contribute to improving sanitation?
How does the Gram Panchayat contribute to improving sanitation?
What is one of the roles of the Gram Panchayat in community recreation?
What is one of the roles of the Gram Panchayat in community recreation?
What is the primary role of the Zila Parishad?
What is the primary role of the Zila Parishad?
Which of the following is NOT a member of the Zila Parishad?
Which of the following is NOT a member of the Zila Parishad?
How many members are there in a Zila Parishad at a minimum?
How many members are there in a Zila Parishad at a minimum?
What source of funding does the Zila Parishad primarily rely on?
What source of funding does the Zila Parishad primarily rely on?
Which role does the Chief Executive Officer of the Zila Parishad typically hold?
Which role does the Chief Executive Officer of the Zila Parishad typically hold?
Which function is NOT typically associated with the Zila Parishad?
Which function is NOT typically associated with the Zila Parishad?
Which of the following is one of the functions of the Zila Parishad?
Which of the following is one of the functions of the Zila Parishad?
What is the term duration for the elected members of the Zila Parishad?
What is the term duration for the elected members of the Zila Parishad?
What does confusion in administrative arrangement primarily refer to?
What does confusion in administrative arrangement primarily refer to?
What was the outcome of the central government analyzing the performance of the PRI in the early 1990s?
What was the outcome of the central government analyzing the performance of the PRI in the early 1990s?
What role does the Village Development Officer (VDO) have in the administrative structure?
What role does the Village Development Officer (VDO) have in the administrative structure?
What has contributed to the fragmentation of the administrative structure at the district and block levels?
What has contributed to the fragmentation of the administrative structure at the district and block levels?
What was a significant reason for the failure of Community Development Projects (CDPs)?
What was a significant reason for the failure of Community Development Projects (CDPs)?
What was Mahatma Gandhi’s viewpoint regarding the importance of villages to the nation?
What was Mahatma Gandhi’s viewpoint regarding the importance of villages to the nation?
What was one of the main limitations of Panchayati Raj institutions before the amendment?
What was one of the main limitations of Panchayati Raj institutions before the amendment?
One of the identified causes for the failure of the Panchayati Raj is primarily due to confusion about what?
One of the identified causes for the failure of the Panchayati Raj is primarily due to confusion about what?
Which statement reflects the purpose of Article 40 of the Constitution of India?
Which statement reflects the purpose of Article 40 of the Constitution of India?
What did the failure of the two successive five-year plans lead to regarding community development?
What did the failure of the two successive five-year plans lead to regarding community development?
What was a significant obstacle to Panchayati Raj's successful operation as mentioned?
What was a significant obstacle to Panchayati Raj's successful operation as mentioned?
Which committee suggested the Zila Parishad as a forum for planning functions?
Which committee suggested the Zila Parishad as a forum for planning functions?
Which of the following factors contributes to the absence of autonomy in Panchayat operations?
Which of the following factors contributes to the absence of autonomy in Panchayat operations?
What percentage of Panchayat budgets are typically committed, limiting their flexibility?
What percentage of Panchayat budgets are typically committed, limiting their flexibility?
Which body was constituted for planning under the 74th amendment?
Which body was constituted for planning under the 74th amendment?
What issue does 'absence of coordination' refer to in the context of Panchayati Raj?
What issue does 'absence of coordination' refer to in the context of Panchayati Raj?
What was the primary purpose of the constitutional (65th amendment) Bill introduced in July 1989?
What was the primary purpose of the constitutional (65th amendment) Bill introduced in July 1989?
What role did the District Planning Committee (DPC) serve in the constitutional amendments?
What role did the District Planning Committee (DPC) serve in the constitutional amendments?
Which constitutional amendment added new parts titled 'The Panchayats' and 'The Municipalities'?
Which constitutional amendment added new parts titled 'The Panchayats' and 'The Municipalities'?
Which two constitutional amendment bills were passed in December 1992?
Which two constitutional amendment bills were passed in December 1992?
What significant change occurred before the national front government introduced the 74th Amendment Bill?
What significant change occurred before the national front government introduced the 74th Amendment Bill?
When did the 73rd Amendment Act come into effect?
When did the 73rd Amendment Act come into effect?
What was the mechanism established to connect rural hinterlands to urban centers?
What was the mechanism established to connect rural hinterlands to urban centers?
Which Prime Minister's government introduced the 72nd and 73rd Amendment Bills?
Which Prime Minister's government introduced the 72nd and 73rd Amendment Bills?
Study Notes
Administrative Functions of Gram Panchayat
- Fund collection, maintenance of records, budgets, and accounts.
- Registration of births and deaths.
- Supervision of community orchards and grazing grounds.
Developmental Functions
- Preparation and execution of agricultural promotion plans.
- Focus on irrigation, cooperatives, and development of cottage & small-scale industries.
Socio-Economic Functions
- Construction and maintenance of community infrastructure: playgrounds, libraries, guest houses, and marriage halls.
- Promotion of small-scale industries and cooperation among villagers.
- Establishment of fair price shops and cooperative credit societies.
- Development of recreational spaces: parks, gardens, and playgrounds.
- Agricultural development through improved seeds, model farms, and cooperative farming.
- Health care development with dispensaries and medical centers focusing on maternal and child care.
Judicial Functions
- Panchayat may act as a court in some areas; otherwise, the Nyay Panchayat administers justice.
- Deals with petty civil and criminal cases, including minor thefts and disputes.
- Monetary disputes restricted to amounts up to Rs. 500.
- No imprisonment sentences allowed; can impose fines up to Rs. 200.
- No legal representation permitted in these courts.
Zilla Parishad Overview
- Apex body of the Panchayati Raj system at the district level, also known as the District Council.
- Comprises a minimum of 50 and maximum of 75 members, includes various representatives and officials from the district.
- The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) oversees administrative operations.
Funding Sources for Zilla Parishad
- Taxes on water, markets, and pilgrimage.
- State government grants proportionate to land revenue.
- Funding for assigned works and schemes.
- Revenue from local taxes and contributions from panchayats with governmental approval.
Functions of Zilla Parishad
- Implementation of development programs and essential services for rural populations.
- Supply of improved agricultural seeds and training for farmers.
- Construction of irrigation projects and maintenance of grazing lands.
- Advises government on implementation of development schemes and runs village schools.
- Promotes adult literacy initiatives.
Challenges Faced by Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) Before Amendments
- Limited functions and powers with inadequate manpower for planning.
- Absence of financial autonomy; reliance on state disbursements.
- Irregular elections and lack of representation for women and marginalized groups.
- Confusion regarding functions and overlapping structures led to inefficiency.
Recommendations for Improvement
- Ashok Mehta Working Group suggested Zila Parishad as a primary planning forum.
- Emphasis on decentralized governance to allow greater control at the district level.
- Implementation of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments to empower local governance structures.
Historical Context
- The Panchayati Raj system was influenced by Mahatma Gandhi's vision of revitalizing rural India.
- Introduction of the system stemmed from failures in community development projects launched in 1952.
- The 72nd and 73rd Constitutional Amendments, passed in 1992, established clear guidelines and structures for local governance.
- The Acts added Part IX (Panchayats) and Part IXA (Municipalities) to the Indian Constitution, ensuring constitutional status for local bodies.
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Test your knowledge on the functions of Gram Panchayat related to administrative, commercial, and developmental roles. Assess your understanding of socio-economic contributions in community development, including maintenance of public resources and planning for agriculture and industries.
