All 12 Schedules — Set 6
Constitution Special · सभी 12 अनुसूचियां · Questions 51–60 of 140
The Eleventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists subjects for which local bodies?
Correct Answer: B. Panchayati Raj institutions
The Eleventh Schedule, added by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992, lists 29 subjects that are to be transferred to Panchayati Raj institutions for their functioning. It is connected to Article 243G of the Constitution. The schedule empowers Panchayats to plan and implement schemes related to economic development and social justice.
Through which constitutional amendment and in which year was the Eleventh Schedule added to the Constitution?
Correct Answer: B. 73rd Amendment, 1992
The Eleventh Schedule was added to the Indian Constitution by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. This amendment came into force on April 24, 1993. The 73rd Amendment is also known as the Panchayati Raj Amendment and is considered a landmark in decentralization of power to the grassroots level.
How many subjects are listed in the Eleventh Schedule for Panchayati Raj institutions?
Correct Answer: C. 29
The Eleventh Schedule contains 29 subjects that can be transferred to Panchayati Raj institutions by State governments. These subjects include agriculture, land improvement, minor irrigation, animal husbandry, fisheries, social forestry, primary and secondary education, technical training, adult and non-formal education, and cultural activities. State governments are empowered (but not obligated) to devolve these functions to Panchayats.
Which article of the Constitution is connected to the Eleventh Schedule for Panchayati Raj?
Correct Answer: C. Article 243G
Article 243G of the Constitution is connected to the Eleventh Schedule. It provides that the Legislature of a State may, by law, endow the Panchayats with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as institutions of self-government. The article refers to the Eleventh Schedule for the list of subjects that may be delegated to Panchayats.
Which of the following is NOT a subject listed in the Eleventh Schedule for Panchayats?
Correct Answer: C. Regulation of land use and building construction
Regulation of land use and building construction is a subject listed in the Twelfth Schedule for Municipalities, not in the Eleventh Schedule for Panchayats. The Eleventh Schedule for Panchayats includes subjects like agriculture, land improvement, minor irrigation, animal husbandry, fisheries, social forestry, primary education, and poverty alleviation programs. The distinction between the two schedules is based on urban vs. rural areas.
The Twelfth Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists subjects for which local bodies?
Correct Answer: B. Municipalities and Urban Local Bodies
The Twelfth Schedule, added by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992, lists 18 subjects that are to be transferred to Municipalities and Urban Local Bodies for their functioning. It is connected to Article 243W of the Constitution. The schedule is meant to strengthen urban local self-governance in India.
Through which constitutional amendment and in which year was the Twelfth Schedule added to the Constitution?
Correct Answer: B. 74th Amendment, 1992
The Twelfth Schedule was added to the Indian Constitution by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. This amendment came into force on June 1, 1993. The 74th Amendment is also known as the Nagarpalika Amendment and aimed at strengthening urban local self-governance in India.
How many subjects are listed in the Twelfth Schedule for Municipalities?
Correct Answer: C. 18
The Twelfth Schedule contains 18 subjects that can be transferred to Municipalities by State governments. These subjects include urban planning, regulation of land use, planning for economic and social development, roads and bridges, water supply, public health, fire services, urban forestry, and promotion of cultural, educational and aesthetic aspects. State governments are empowered to devolve these functions to urban local bodies.
Which article of the Constitution is connected to the Twelfth Schedule for Municipalities?
Correct Answer: C. Article 243W
Article 243W of the Constitution is connected to the Twelfth Schedule. It provides that the Legislature of a State may, by law, endow Municipalities with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as institutions of self-government. The article refers to the Twelfth Schedule for the list of subjects that may be delegated to Municipalities.
Which of the following is a subject listed in the Twelfth Schedule for Municipalities but NOT in the Eleventh Schedule for Panchayats?
Correct Answer: C. Slum improvement and upgradation
Slum improvement and upgradation is a subject listed exclusively in the Twelfth Schedule for Municipalities, as it pertains to urban areas. The Eleventh Schedule for Panchayats focuses on rural subjects like agriculture, land improvement, minor irrigation, and rural poverty alleviation. Both schedules share some common subjects like education and health, but the specific focus differs based on urban and rural needs.