Urban Local Self-Government
- Urban local bodies, introduced by British government in India, in 19th century, underwent a revamp under 74th Amendment Act, 1992. It recommended a three-tier structure, comprising Nagar Panchayats, Municipal Councils and Municipal Corporations.
- Municipal Corporations, elected for five-year term, comprises General Council, Mayor, Standing Committee and Municipal Commissioner.
- General Council comprises Municipal Councilors, elected by city’s adult citizens, on basis of Universal Adult Franchise. Mayor and Deputy Mayor are annually elected among Corporation members.
- Municipal Commissioner is Municipal Corporation’s Chief Executive Officer. A Municipal Committee, also known as Municipality or Municipal Board, is a self-governing institution in a city or town.
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Q1
The setting up of ''Two-tier Panchayati Raj Institution'' was recommended by the
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Ashok Mehta
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Ashok Mehta Committee recommended the setting up of ''Two-tier Panchayati Raj institutions'' in India. -
Q2
In smaller towns, a local self-government is called:
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Municipal Council
Explanation:
In smaller towns, local self-government is called a Municipal Council or a Municipal Committee.
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Q3
The demands of wards are placed before entire council by the
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ward councillors.
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The ward councillors not only prepare the budget but also ensure that the demands of their wards are placed before the Council. -
Q4
In a municipal corporation the elected members are called as
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Councillors.
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The Commissioner and administrative staff are appointed, wheread, councillors are elected. -
Q5
Which two of the following shows the difference between a village and a city?
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City is larger than a village. It has crowded markets and electricity facilities
Explanation:
A city is larger than a village. It has crowded markets and transportation, water & electricity facilities. But, a village does not have any of these facilities.
