Regional Planning Board Formation
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Who appoints the Chairman of the Regional Planning Board?

  • Members of the State legislature
  • The Director of Town Planning
  • The State Government (correct)
  • Local authorities

    • How many persons can be appointed by the State Government who have special knowledge or practical experience of matters relating to town and country planning, engineering, transport, industry, commerce or agriculture?

  • Not exceeding eight
  • Not exceeding ten (correct)
  • Not exceeding four
  • Not exceeding six

    • Who nominates the Director of Town Planning or a person nominated by him to be a member of the Regional Planning Board?

  • The State Government (correct)
  • Local authorities
  • The Chairman of the Board
  • The Town Planning Officer

    • How is the Region defined for the purpose of planning the development and use of land?

    <p>By notification in the Official Gazette</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who represents the whole or part of the Region from the two Houses of the State legislature in the Regional Planning Board?

    <p>Persons appointed from the State legislature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was substituted for the words 'not exceeding six' in the text?

    <p>Members appointed by local authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints the Director of Town Planning or a person nominated by him as a member of the Regional Planning Board?

    <p>The State Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members representing local authorities can be appointed by the State Government to the Regional Planning Board?

    <p>Not more than ten</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints the Town Planning Officer to be a member of the Regional Planning Board?

    <p>The State Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members can be appointed by the State Government from the two Houses of the State legislature to the Regional Planning Board?

    <p>Not more than four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who constitutes the Regional Planning Board for the Region?

    <p>The Chairman appointed by the State Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can be appointed by the State Government to the Regional Planning Board based on their special knowledge or practical experience?

    <p>Persons with knowledge in town and country planning, engineering, transport, industry, commerce, or agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Town Planning Officer in the Regional Board?

    <p>Serve as the Secretary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can a member of the State Legislature receive remuneration or allowance while holding office as a member of the Regional Board?

    <p>For official travel expenses only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By whom can a person be suggested to be a member of the Regional Board, if the area is important from a military or defense point of view?

    <p>Government of India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Vice-Chairman in the Regional Board?

    <p>Chair meetings in absence of Chairman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a member of a Regional Board is found guilty of misconduct?

    <p>Immediate dismissal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can a member of the State Legislature receive remuneration or allowance while holding office as a member of the Regional Board?

    <p>Only for attending meetings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966, who may be appointed as Vice-Chairman of the Regional Board?

    <p>Any member of the Regional Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Town Planning Officer in the Regional Board as per the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966?

    <p>Secretary to the Regional Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario would the provisions of appointing a person suggested by the Government of India not be applicable?

    <p>If the area is located in a Metropolitan area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action can a member of a Regional Board take if they want to resign from their office?

    <p>Submit a written resignation to the State Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can a member of a Regional Board be removed from office by the State Government?

    <p>If they are found guilty of misconduct or incompetence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What authority appoints a person to fill a vacancy in the office of a member of a Regional Board?

    <p>The State Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What remuneration are members of a Regional Board entitled to receive as per the Act?

    <p>Remuneration or allowances as determined by the State Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Regional Planning Board Appointments

    • Chairman of the Regional Planning Board is appointed by the State Government.
    • The State Government can appoint up to eight individuals with special knowledge or experience in areas like town planning, engineering, transport, industry, commerce, or agriculture.
    • The Director of Town Planning or a designated representative is nominated as a member of the Regional Planning Board by the Director himself.
    • The Region is defined based on geographical boundaries relevant to land development and usage planning.
    • Members representing the Region from the State legislature include one from each of the two Houses.

    Membership and Representation

    • The phrase 'not exceeding six' was substituted with 'up to eight' in the text.
    • The State Government appoints the Director of Town Planning or their nominee as a member of the Regional Planning Board.
    • Up to three members representing local authorities can also be appointed by the State Government to the Regional Planning Board.
    • The Town Planning Officer is appointed to the Regional Planning Board by the State Government.
    • It is possible for the State Government to appoint four members from the two Houses of the State legislature to the Regional Planning Board.
    • The complete Regional Planning Board for the Region is constituted by the State Government.

    Expertise and Responsibilities

    • The State Government can appoint individuals to the Regional Planning Board based on their specialized knowledge or practical experience in relevant fields.
    • The Town Planning Officer serves as a member of the Regional Board and plays an advisory and planning role.
    • Members from the State Legislature may receive remuneration or allowances while serving on the Regional Board under specific circumstances.
    • In cases involving military or defense importance, a member suggestion can be made to include relevant individuals.

    Operational Functions

    • The Vice-Chairman's primary responsibility is to assist the Chairman and oversee the board's operations.
    • If a Regional Board member is found guilty of misconduct, disciplinary action may be taken, potentially leading to removal.
    • Provisions for appointing individuals suggested by the Government of India do not apply unless the context necessitates it.
    • Members wishing to resign from the Regional Board must formally submit their resignation in writing.
    • A member of the Regional Board may be removed from office by the State Government for reasons such as misconduct or incompetence.
    • The authority to fill a vacancy in the Regional Board rests with the State Government.
    • According to the Act, Regional Board members are entitled to remuneration specified by the State Government.

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    This quiz focuses on the process of constituting a Regional Planning Board for a specific region as mandated by the State Government. It includes the composition of the board and the roles of its members in planning the development and use of land.

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