Worksheet: Local Governments | Political Science Class 11 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: Local government is the government closest to the __________.

Q2: The growth of local government in India started with the formation of __________.

Q3: The three-tier structure of Panchayati Raj includes Gram Panchayat, Mandal, and __________.

Q4: The Gram Sabha comprises all the adult members registered as __________ in the Panchayat area.

Q5: The 73rd Amendment of the Constitution deals with __________ local governments.

Q6: The 74th Amendment of the Constitution deals with __________ local governments.

Q7: The Government of India Act, 1919, established village panchayats in several __________.

Q8: __________ subjects were transferred to the Panchayati Raj Institutions as per the 73rd Amendment.

Q9: The 74th Amendment includes a 'Twelfth Schedule' related to __________.

Q10: In case of dissolution, fresh elections must be held within __________ months.

Match the Column

Q1: Match the provisions of the 73rd Amendment with their descriptions.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: The 73rd Amendment of the Constitution deals with rural local governments.
Reason: The 73rd Amendment includes provisions for the three-tier Panchayati Raj system.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q2: Assertion: The 74th Amendment of the Constitution focuses on rural local governments.
Reason: The 74th Amendment includes provisions related to the Twelfth Schedule.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q3: Assertion: The Gram Sabha comprises all the adult members registered as voters in the Panchayat area.
Reason: The Gram Sabha has a limited role and function in local governance.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q4: Assertion: The 73rd and 74th Amendments aim at strengthening local governments and ensuring uniformity in their structure.
Reason: These amendments gave local governments a constitutional status.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Very Short Answers Type Questions

Q1: Why is local government considered essential for democratic decision-making?

Q2: What were the self-governing village communities in India called in ancient times?

Q3: Who initiated the creation of elected local self-governing bodies in modern India?

Q4: What was the primary concern of Jawaharlal Nehru regarding local government?

Q5: What are the three tiers of Panchayati Raj as per the 73rd Amendment?

Q6: What is the significance of reservations in local government institutions?

Q7: How were subjects transferred to Panchayati Raj Institutions as per the 73rd Amendment?

Q8: What is the Twelfth Schedule of the Indian Constitution related to?

Q9: When did the 73rd and 74th Amendments come into force?

Q10: What was the primary purpose of the 74th Amendment Act?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the historical development of local government in India.

Q2: Why did only a few states initially adopt the three-tier Panchayati Raj system?

Q3: Discuss the provisions of the 73rd Amendment related to reservations.

Q4: What is the significance of the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution?

Q5: Describe the main provisions of the 74th Amendment Act and its similarities to the 73rd Amendment.

Q6: How did the 73rd and 74th Amendments standardize local government institutions in India?

Q7: Explain the impact of seat reservations for women in local government bodies.

Q8: How have women contributed to local governance and resource management?

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Discuss the advantages of local government and its importance in India's democratic system.

Q2: Examine the reasons why local governments and Panchayats did not receive adequate importance in the Constitution initially.

Q3: Analyze the reasons for the delay in adopting the three-tier Panchayati Raj system in some states and the challenges faced.

Q4: Evaluate the impact of the 73rd and 74th Amendments on the empowerment of women in local government institutions in India.

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