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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Q1: What is the basic unit of local governance in India?
(a) Gram Sabha
(b) Panchayat
(c) Zila Parishad
(d) Panchayat Samiti
Q2: Which of the following is a responsibility of the Panchayati Raj system?
(a) International Relations
(b) Road Maintenance
(c) National Defense
(d) Space Exploration
Q3: The Sarpanch is elected by members of which body?
(a) Zila Parishad
(b) Gram Sabha
(c) Panchayat Samiti
(d) State Assembly
Q4: Who assists the Gram Panchayat in administrative functions?
(a) Patwari
(b) Collector
(c) BDO
(d) Tehsildar
Q5: Which document discusses governance and administration from a historical perspective?
(a) The Constitution of India
(b) The ArthaShāstra
(c) The Ramayana
(d) The Vedas
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Q1: The Gram Panchayat operates at the __________ level.
Q2: The __________ is responsible for maintaining land records.
Q3: Women are encouraged to participate in the Panchayati Raj system, with a reservation of __________ of seats for them.
Q4: The Panchayat Samiti connects the Gram Panchayat and the __________.
Q5: The Child-Friendly Panchayat Initiative involves children in __________.
True or False
Q1: The Panchayati Raj system operates solely at the village level.
Q2: The Gram Sabha consists of elected representatives from the village.
Q3: The Sarpanch is the head of the Gram Panchayat.
Q4: The ArthaShāstra was written by Kautilya around 2300 years ago.
Q5: Only men can be members of the Gram Sabha.
Match the Following
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1. What is the role of the Gram Panchayat in rural local government? | ![]() |
2. How are members of the Gram Panchayat elected? | ![]() |
3. What are the main functions of the Zila Parishad in rural governance? | ![]() |
4. How does local government in rural areas contribute to community development? | ![]() |
5. What are the financial sources for local governments in rural areas? | ![]() |