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The Panchayati Raj system is a system of local self-governance in rural ______.
The Panchayati Raj system is a system of local self-governance in rural ______.
India
The lowest tier in the Panchayati Raj system is the ______ Panchayat.
The lowest tier in the Panchayati Raj system is the ______ Panchayat.
Gram
One-third of the members in the Panchayat Samiti are reserved for ______.
One-third of the members in the Panchayat Samiti are reserved for ______.
women
The Zila Parishad is the top tier in the Panchayati Raj system and functions for a period of ______ years.
The Zila Parishad is the top tier in the Panchayati Raj system and functions for a period of ______ years.
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The Gram Panchayat is composed of Sarpanches (heads) of all the Gram Panchayats in the ______.
The Gram Panchayat is composed of Sarpanches (heads) of all the Gram Panchayats in the ______.
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Taxes on property and a fixed portion of land ______ are sources of income for rural governments.
Taxes on property and a fixed portion of land ______ are sources of income for rural governments.
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The Block Development Officer is responsible for executing the plans of the Panchayat ______.
The Block Development Officer is responsible for executing the plans of the Panchayat ______.
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The ______ Parishad consists of chairpersons of Panchayat Samitis and other members representing various groups.
The ______ Parishad consists of chairpersons of Panchayat Samitis and other members representing various groups.
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Grants from the state government are one of the sources of ______ for the Panchayati Raj system.
Grants from the state government are one of the sources of ______ for the Panchayati Raj system.
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The Panchayati Raj system aims to uplift weaker sections of society, giving them opportunities in ______.
The Panchayati Raj system aims to uplift weaker sections of society, giving them opportunities in ______.
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Study Notes
Panchayati Raj System
- Several villages are grouped together to form a block.
- Panchayats look after the needs of the villages.
Panchayati Samiti Composition
- Sarpanches of all Gram Panchayats
- MP and MLA representing the block
- Seats reserved for Scheduled Castes and Tribes
- One-third of the seats reserved for women
- Chairperson and vice-chairperson are elected by members of the block.
- Block Development Officer is responsible for implementing plans.
Zila Parishad (District Level)
- Top tier of the Panchayati Raj System.
- Functions at the district level for 5 years.
Zila Parishad Composition
- Elected body
- District residents elect members.
- President and vice-president are top office-bearers, elected by members.
- Chairpersons of Panchayat Samitis
- MPs and MLAs
- Members representing Scheduled Castes, Tribes, and women
Panchayati Raj Responsibilities
- Construction and repair of village roads and tanks/wells.
- Providing clean drinking water.
- Sanitation and public health/hospitals management.
- Managing fairs/markets, organizing recreation and entertainment programs.
Sources of Income for Rural Local Self-government
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Property taxes
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Portion of land revenue
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Grants from the state government
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Charges for water supply
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Panchayati Raj System is successful in India.
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System aims to uplift the weaker sections of society and provide opportunities for participation in governance.
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Coordination among all levels is needed for village development.
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Explore the structure and functions of the Panchayati Raj System, including the roles of Gram Panchayats, Panchayat Samitis, and Zila Parishads. This quiz covers the composition, responsibilities, and reservation policies within the system. Test your knowledge on this vital aspect of rural governance!
