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Which of the following is NOT considered a compulsory function of municipal corporations?
Which of the following is NOT considered a compulsory function of municipal corporations?
What is the primary focus of public health and sanitation functions performed by municipal corporations?
What is the primary focus of public health and sanitation functions performed by municipal corporations?
How long is the elected term for a municipal corporation?
How long is the elected term for a municipal corporation?
Which of the following cities is NOT listed among India's largest cities governed by municipal corporations?
Which of the following cities is NOT listed among India's largest cities governed by municipal corporations?
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What is the significance of reserved seats in municipal corporations?
What is the significance of reserved seats in municipal corporations?
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What is the term length for a mayor of a municipal corporation?
What is the term length for a mayor of a municipal corporation?
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Who appoints the chief executive officer (municipal commissioner) of a municipal corporation?
Who appoints the chief executive officer (municipal commissioner) of a municipal corporation?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of urban local self-governing bodies?
Which of the following is NOT a component of urban local self-governing bodies?
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In the context of municipal corporations, who primarily addresses urban problems?
In the context of municipal corporations, who primarily addresses urban problems?
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What is the primary purpose of municipal corporations?
What is the primary purpose of municipal corporations?
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Which of the following is NOT a compulsory function of a Municipal Corporation?
Which of the following is NOT a compulsory function of a Municipal Corporation?
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How do municipalities primarily govern their day-to-day operations?
How do municipalities primarily govern their day-to-day operations?
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What is a key value expressed in the context of Municipal Corporation functions?
What is a key value expressed in the context of Municipal Corporation functions?
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Which of the following public utilities is considered an optional function of a Municipal Corporation?
Which of the following public utilities is considered an optional function of a Municipal Corporation?
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What can the state government do if municipalities fail to operate effectively?
What can the state government do if municipalities fail to operate effectively?
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Study Notes
Municipal Corporations
- Municipal corporations are responsible for urban areas
- Large cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai have these corporations
- They are complex bodies with many problems to manage
- Their functions include construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, and public buildings
- They manage public health, sanitation, and water supply
- They provide and maintain public amenities like parks, gardens, and public libraries
- They are responsible for establishing and maintaining primary and secondary schools
- In bigger cities, they are involved in various other things such as hospitals, markets, and colleges
- The corporations provide sanitation, including maintaining drains, and keeping the city clean of garbage
- They ensure public safety through the maintenance of street lights, control of fire hazards, and other things
Composition
- Members of the municipal corporation are directly elected by the adult citizens of the city
- Different cities have different types of members, but typically they are elected officials
- The composition varies in different cities
- They include various committees associated with the governing systems
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Test your knowledge on the functions, governance, and structure of municipal corporations in India. This quiz covers topics such as the elected term for officials, compulsory functions, and the significance of reserved seats. Perfect for those studying urban local governance and public administration.
