Panchayati Raj & 73rd Amendment — Set 2

Correct Answer: B. Acquire private land for public purpose with compensation

The correct answer is Acquire private land for public purpose with compensation. The Land Acquisition Act allows the government to acquire private land for public purposes like infrastructure development, providing fair market compensation to owners. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Redistribute land to landless farmers and remove feudal systems

The correct answer is Redistribute land to landless farmers and remove feudal systems. Land reforms aim to redistribute agricultural land to landless and small farmers, remove exploitative feudal practices, and ensure equitable land distribution. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Sarpanch

The correct answer is Sarpanch. The Sarpanch (or Mukhiya in some states) is the elected head of the Gram Panchayat responsible for implementing village development programs and representing villagers. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Own revenue sources and budgetary powers

The correct answer is Own revenue sources and budgetary powers. Fiscal autonomy refers to the right of panchayats to generate and manage their own revenue sources, manage budgets, and control financial matters independently. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Transfer of funds from state to local bodies

The correct answer is Transfer of funds from state to local bodies. Devolution refers to the constitutional transfer of financial resources from the state and central government to panchayats for local development and administration. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Village, Block, District

The correct answer is Village, Block, District. The 73rd Amendment established three-tier Panchayati Raj system: Gram Panchayat (village level), Block Panchayat (intermediate level), and District Panchayat. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Every 5 years

The correct answer is Every 5 years. The Constitution mandates panchayat elections every 5 years. However, if a panchayat is dissolved, elections must be held within 6 months. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: C. Patna

The correct answer is Patna. Patna (or Pattak) is a land revenue record that documents ownership, area, crop details, and revenue demand for each agricultural plot. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Funding local development and governance

The correct answer is Funding local development and governance. Local revenue collection funds village development, basic services like water and sanitation, schools, health centers, and other local governance activities. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Governor

The correct answer is Governor. The Governor of the state appoints the District Collector (IAS officer) who serves as the chief administrative officer of the district. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.