10 Questions
In states or Union Territories with less than two million inhabitants, how many levels of PRIs are there?
Two levels
How often do elections for the members of the Panchayats at all levels take place?
Every five years
Which level of PRIs consists of all registered voters living in the area of a Gram Panchayat?
Gram Panchayats
Who inaugurated Panchayati at Nagaur on October 2, 1959?
Jawaharlal Nehru
What proportion of seats and chairperson posts in the Panchayats must be reserved for women?
One third
Which countries have a Panchayat raj system?
India
What does the word 'raj' mean in Panchayat raj?
Rule
What does the word 'panchayat' mean in Panchayat raj?
Assembly
Who were traditionally chosen as members of the Panchayats?
Wise and respected elders
What is the modern Panchayati Raj of India NOT to be confused with?
Extra-constitutional khap panchayats
Study Notes
Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI)
- In states or Union Territories with less than two million inhabitants, there are two levels of PRIs.
- Elections for members of the Panchayats at all levels take place every five years.
- The Gram Sabha consists of all registered voters living in the area of a Gram Panchayat.
Indian Panchayati Raj
- Panchayati Raj was inaugurated by Rajendra Prasad on October 2, 1959, at Nagaur.
- At least one-third of seats and chairperson posts in the Panchayats are reserved for women.
Etymology and History
- 'Raj' in Panchayat raj means 'rule' or 'government'.
- 'Panchayat' means a council of five people.
- Traditionally, the elderly and wise people of the village were chosen as members of the Panchayats.
- The modern Panchayati Raj of India should not be confused with the ancient Indian village self-government system.
Test your knowledge on the structure and levels of Panchayati Raj Institutions in India. Learn about the roles and responsibilities of Gram Panchayats, Mandal Parishads, and Zila Parishads. Understand the significance of the Gram Sabha and its role in local governance.
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