MCQ: Rural Administration - Class 6 MCQ

The Tehsildar hears land disputes and supervises the work of Patwaris to ensure proper maintenance of records and collection of land revenue​​.

• The Hindu Succession Amendment Act, 2005 allows women in Hindu families to own agricultural land equally with men.
• This means that daughters, sons, and mothers can all have an equal share in the land, providing women with the right to inherit and own agricultural property just like men.
• It is fair because it gives everyone an equal opportunity to own and benefit from the land.

The computerization of land records helps farmers by making land records more easily accessible and speeding up the process. This reduces manual paperwork, minimizes the chances of errors, and helps resolve disputes more efficiently. It also ensures transparency and reduces corruption in land-related processes.

The Sarpanch is the elected head of the Gram Panchayat and plays a vital role in village administration. One of the key responsibilities of the Sarpanch is to oversee the implementation of various development projects in the village, such as improving infrastructure, water supply, and sanitation. Although the Sarpanch may be involved in mediating disputes, they do not manage land records or conduct police investigations, which fall under the jurisdiction of other authorities.