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  1. Which article of Indian Constitution provides for the institution of Panchayati Raj ?








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    Article 40, of the Indian Constitution provides for the in the institution of Panchayati Raj. The State shall take step to organize village pasanchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.

    Correct Option: C

    Article 40, of the Indian Constitution provides for the in the institution of Panchayati Raj. The State shall take step to organize village pasanchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.

  1. Which of the following committees is not concerned with Panchayati Raj?








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    THE SANTHANAM Committee Report 1964 defines corruption as a complex problem having roots and ramifications in society as a whole.

    Correct Option: A

    THE SANTHANAM Committee Report 1964 defines corruption as a complex problem having roots and ramifications in society as a whole.

  1. Which article of the constitution lays down that state shall take steps organise village Panchayats?








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    Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government.

    Correct Option: D

    Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government.

  1. In which year, Ashok Mehta Committee was appointed to review the working of Panchayati Raj institution?








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    In December 1977, the Janata Government appointed a committee on Panchayati Raj institutions under the chairmanship of Ashoka Mehta. The committee submitted its report in August 1978 and made 132 recommendations to revive and strengthen the declining Panchayati Raj system in the country.

    Correct Option: A

    In December 1977, the Janata Government appointed a committee on Panchayati Raj institutions under the chairmanship of Ashoka Mehta. The committee submitted its report in August 1978 and made 132 recommendations to revive and strengthen the declining Panchayati Raj system in the country.

  1. In which year, the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act (1972) was assented by the President?








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    1993

    Correct Option: C

    1993