Test: Our government - 2 - Class 4 MCQ

The Chennai Municipal Corporation, established in 1688, is the oldest municipal corporation in India.

Members of a municipal committee or corporation are elected by the people residing in the city through a democratic voting process.

Local self-governments, such as gram panchayats or municipal committees, are responsible for providing civic amenities like electricity, water, roads, schools, hospitals, etc., to the people at the grassroots level.

The judicial branch interprets laws.

Civic amenities or public utility services refer to essential services like drinking water, electricity, roads, schools, colleges, and hospitals, which are provided by the government for public benefit.

Municipal Councillors are elected representatives in local governments, chosen by people living in specific wards of a city to voice their concerns and address local issues.

The head of a municipal committee is called the Chairperson.

The Mayor of a municipal corporation is assisted by a Deputy Mayor in administering the city's affairs.

The executive branch is headed by the president whose responsibilities include serving as commander in chief of the armed forces, negotiating treaties, appointing federal judges and carrying out laws.

Local bodies collect revenue primarily through taxes like property tax, road tax, and water tax, among others.