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What is one of the responsibilities of the mayor and deputy mayor of a municipal or town council?
What is one of the responsibilities of the mayor and deputy mayor of a municipal or town council?
- Ensuring the supply of water and refuse disposal services
- Overseeing the management committee
- Promoting employment and formulating policies (correct)
- Appointing village secretaries
What action can central government take if a local authority is unable to fulfill its responsibilities?
What action can central government take if a local authority is unable to fulfill its responsibilities?
- Step in to deal with the problem (correct)
- Convene public meetings
- Appoint the mayor and deputy mayor
- Reclassify the village as a town
What role do the management committees play in municipal and town councils?
What role do the management committees play in municipal and town councils?
- Appoint clerks and secretaries
- Monitor implementation of policies
- Reconsider council decisions (correct)
- Act as chief executive officers
Who typically elects a chairperson and vice-chairperson in a village council?
Who typically elects a chairperson and vice-chairperson in a village council?
What is the main duty of village secretaries appointed by village councils?
What is the main duty of village secretaries appointed by village councils?
What is one of the key responsibilities of village councils as mentioned in the text?
What is one of the key responsibilities of village councils as mentioned in the text?
What determines the classification of a local authority?
What determines the classification of a local authority?
How often are local authority elections held?
How often are local authority elections held?
How many members are typically in a village council?
How many members are typically in a village council?
What type of election system is used for local authority elections?
What type of election system is used for local authority elections?
How are additional powers granted to towns and villages?
How are additional powers granted to towns and villages?
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