1. The primary function of the Zilla Panchayat is —
A) Planning and coordination of development at district level
B) Urban governance
C) Judicial trials
D) Police management
Answer: A
Explanation: Zilla Panchayat is the top-tier body that integrates and supervises rural development activities across the district.
2. Zilla Panchayat is responsible for implementing programmes related to —
A) Agriculture, education, health, rural roads and water supply
B) Defence
C) Judiciary
D) Urban real estate
Answer: A
Explanation: The 29 subjects under the Eleventh Schedule empower the Zilla Panchayat in rural development.
3. The Zilla Panchayat acts as —
A) The district-level planning and supervisory body
B) Legislative house
C) Judicial bench
D) Political party
Answer: A
Explanation: It ensures decentralised planning and implementation of government schemes.
4. Zilla Panchayat integrates plans from —
A) Taluk Panchayats and Gram Panchayats
B) Urban Corporations
C) State Legislature
D) Parliament
Answer: A
Explanation: Bottom-up planning ensures coordination among all tiers.
5. Zilla Panchayat prepares —
A) District Development Plan
B) State Five-Year Plan
C) National Budget
D) Municipal Strategy
Answer: A
Explanation: It consolidates all plans for rural development in the district.
6. The Zilla Panchayat ensures that —
A) State and Central schemes are implemented effectively
B) Urban projects are prioritized
C) Judicial functions are performed
D) Political campaigns are conducted
Answer: A
Explanation: It executes schemes like MGNREGA, PMAY-G, Jal Jeevan Mission, etc.
7. Zilla Panchayat coordinates with —
A) District-level line departments
B) Police
C) Private courts
D) Urban Corporations
Answer: A
Explanation: Coordination ensures efficient use of funds and manpower.
8. The executive control of Zilla Panchayat lies with —
A) Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
B) MLA
C) Governor
D) District Collector
Answer: A
Explanation: CEO is the administrative head of Zilla Panchayat.
9. The elected head of Zilla Panchayat is —
A) Adhyaksha
B) CEO
C) MLA
D) District Judge
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha leads the elected body and presides over meetings.
10. The Zilla Panchayat functions under which Constitutional provision?
A) Article 243B–243G
B) Article 240
C) Article 280
D) Article 312
Answer: A
Explanation: Articles 243B–243G form the legal foundation of Panchayati Raj Institutions.
11. Zilla Panchayat implements programmes related to —
A) Poverty alleviation and rural employment
B) Urban industrial policy
C) Central taxation
D) Judicial reforms
Answer: A
Explanation: It implements schemes like MGNREGA, NRLM, PMGSY, etc.
12. The Zilla Panchayat ensures people’s participation through —
A) Standing Committees and Taluk Panchayats
B) Judicial Boards
C) Political conventions
D) Private clubs
Answer: A
Explanation: Standing committees enhance participatory decision-making.
13. The Zilla Panchayat’s administrative setup includes —
A) CEO, Deputy Secretary, Engineers, Accounts Officers and Clerical Staff
B) Judges and Lawyers
C) Police officers
D) Industrial engineers
Answer: A
Explanation: These officials assist in day-to-day administration.
14. The Zilla Panchayat must meet at least —
A) Once in two months
B) Once a year
C) Quarterly
D) Weekly
Answer: A
Explanation: Bi-monthly meetings are mandatory under the Act.
15. The quorum for Zilla Panchayat meeting is —
A) One-third of total members
B) Half of members
C) Two-thirds
D) All members
Answer: A
Explanation: One-third attendance is required for valid meetings.
16. Zilla Panchayat supervises —
A) Taluk and Gram Panchayats within the district
B) Urban bodies
C) Legislative Assemblies
D) District Courts
Answer: A
Explanation: It provides administrative and developmental guidance.
17. The Zilla Panchayat controls —
A) District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs)
B) Municipal Corporations
C) Police Stations
D) Urban planning bodies
Answer: A
Explanation: DRDAs are merged under the Zilla Panchayat system.
18. The Zilla Panchayat acts as —
A) Planning and executing authority for all rural development schemes
B) Political committee
C) Judicial court
D) Trade union
Answer: A
Explanation: It ensures smooth coordination between departments and Panchayats.
19. Funds of Zilla Panchayat are called —
A) Zilla Panchayat Fund
B) District Fund
C) Gram Fund
D) Local Trust Fund
Answer: A
Explanation: All grants, loans, and revenues are credited to this fund.
20. Audit of Zilla Panchayat Fund is conducted by —
A) State Audit / Local Fund Audit Department
B) Private firm
C) Panchayat members
D) Finance Minister
Answer: A
Explanation: Audit ensures financial accountability.
21. The Zilla Panchayat is accountable to —
A) State Government and the People
B) Parliament
C) Judiciary
D) Urban Authority
Answer: A
Explanation: It reports to both — higher administration and the public through elections.
22. Zilla Panchayat also oversees —
A) Implementation of State Five-Year Plan at district level
B) Urban infrastructure
C) Court cases
D) Industrial policies
Answer: A
Explanation: It executes and monitors plan schemes.
23. Standing Committees are formed under Section —
A) Section 184 of the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993
B) Section 10 of IPC
C) Article 356
D) Section 200
Answer: A
Explanation: Standing committees handle Finance, Social Justice, Health, etc.
24. The Zilla Panchayat must submit annual reports to —
A) RDPR Department
B) Governor
C) MLA
D) High Court
Answer: A
Explanation: Annual reports help the Government evaluate district performance.
25. The Zilla Panchayat plays a key role in achieving —
A) Rural development and democratic decentralization
B) Urban taxation
C) Judicial reforms
D) Central control
Answer: A
Explanation: Its main aim is to promote self-reliance through local self-governance.
26. The Adhyaksha is the ______ authority of the Zilla Panchayat.
A) Executive head
B) Judicial officer
C) Finance minister
D) Revenue inspector
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha is the executive head who supervises implementation of Panchayat decisions.
27. The Adhyaksha presides over —
A) All meetings of Zilla Panchayat
B) Legislative Assembly
C) Urban Corporation
D) Judicial Court
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she chairs meetings and ensures orderly discussion and resolution of issues.
28. The Adhyaksha ensures that —
A) Resolutions passed by Zilla Panchayat are implemented effectively
B) Courts deliver judgments on time
C) MLAs attend sessions
D) Municipalities plan schemes
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she monitors execution through the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
29. Financial power of Adhyaksha includes —
A) Sanctioning works and expenditure within approved limits
B) Levying income tax
C) Framing banking rules
D) Issuing court orders
Answer: A
Explanation: Adhyaksha approves financial transactions sanctioned by the Panchayat.
30. The Adhyaksha has power to call —
A) Special and ordinary meetings of the Zilla Panchayat
B) Legislative sessions
C) Judicial trials
D) Urban summits
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she can convene meetings as per administrative necessity.
31. The Adhyaksha supervises the work of —
A) All Standing Committees and the Chief Executive Officer
B) Judicial courts
C) Urban Corporations
D) State Secretariat
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she coordinates committee activities and guides the CEO.
32. The Adhyaksha is responsible for maintaining —
A) Transparency and accountability in district administration
B) Police records
C) Judicial files
D) Election rolls
Answer: A
Explanation: Ethical governance is a core function of the Adhyaksha.
33. In financial matters, Adhyaksha must ensure —
A) Budget implementation within allocation limits
B) Private funding
C) Industrial tax collection
D) Urban bonds
Answer: A
Explanation: All expenditure must be as per approved budget and rules.
34. The Adhyaksha can recommend disciplinary action against —
A) Officers and employees for neglect of duty
B) Judges
C) MLAs
D) Urban contractors
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she may report misconduct to the CEO for appropriate action.
35. The Adhyaksha has to approve —
A) Agenda for each Zilla Panchayat meeting
B) Court cases
C) Urban laws
D) Industrial licences
Answer: A
Explanation: Agenda approval is an executive responsibility.
36. The Adhyaksha monitors the progress of —
A) Developmental schemes and programmes
B) Judicial reforms
C) Urban policies
D) Tax appeals
Answer: A
Explanation: Monitoring ensures timely and effective implementation.
37. During emergencies, Adhyaksha has authority to —
A) Take urgent decisions subject to later ratification
B) Enforce laws
C) Suspend CEO
D) Pass judgments
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she may act quickly to prevent administrative breakdown.
38. Adhyaksha ensures participation of —
A) Women and weaker sections in planning and development
B) Private contractors
C) Industrial lobbies
D) Judicial boards
Answer: A
Explanation: Inclusive governance is a constitutional directive.
39. Adhyaksha reviews reports submitted by —
A) CEO and departmental heads
B) Judges
C) MLAs
D) Police
Answer: A
Explanation: These reports help in decision-making and performance evaluation.
40. For financial discipline, Adhyaksha must —
A) Ensure all payments are authorized and audited
B) Delay audits
C) Skip records
D) Issue oral orders
Answer: A
Explanation: Proper financial procedure prevents misappropriation.
41. The Adhyaksha is empowered to sign —
A) Contracts and agreements approved by Zilla Panchayat
B) Judicial orders
C) Election petitions
D) Urban laws
Answer: A
Explanation: Official agreements require Adhyaksha’s signature and seal.
42. In developmental planning, Adhyaksha —
A) Guides preparation of district plans and integrates Taluk plans
B) Frames national policy
C) Prepares judicial statements
D) Issues revenue notifications
Answer: A
Explanation: Integration ensures coherent district development.
43. Adhyaksha represents the Zilla Panchayat in —
A) Official functions and inter-departmental meetings
B) Court sessions
C) Legislative debates
D) Urban council
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she acts as the spokesperson and official representative.
44. The Adhyaksha can propose —
A) Formation of ad-hoc committees for specific purposes
B) Judicial benches
C) Police units
D) Legislative sessions
Answer: A
Explanation: Temporary committees handle special tasks or issues.
45. In finance, Adhyaksha must ensure submission of —
A) Annual accounts and budget estimates
B) Judicial rulings
C) Urban reports
D) MLA grants
Answer: A
Explanation: Budget presentation is part of executive accountability.
46. Adhyaksha may recommend transfer of —
A) Staff within Zilla Panchayat administration
B) Judges
C) MLAs
D) Police
Answer: A
Explanation: Transfers are subject to Government approval.
47. Adhyaksha reviews performance through —
A) Monthly and quarterly progress meetings
B) Judicial review
C) Police reports
D) Legislative debate
Answer: A
Explanation: Regular reviews improve efficiency and monitoring.
48. Adhyaksha has to ensure coordination between —
A) Departments and Taluk Panchayats
B) Courts and Police
C) Political parties
D) Urban bodies
Answer: A
Explanation: Coordination avoids duplication and conflict in projects.
49. The Adhyaksha’s financial responsibility is —
A) To prevent misuse of funds and maintain budgetary control
B) To increase taxes
C) To borrow loans from banks
D) To issue personal orders
Answer: A
Explanation: Fiscal prudence is essential for sound governance.
50. The Adhyaksha holds office —
A) For 20 months (tenure as prescribed by rotation)
B) For 5 years fixed
C) For 10 years
D) Till Governor’s pleasure
Answer: A
Explanation: Under the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, the term is around 20 months on rotational basis for reserved categories.
51. The Upadhyaksha of the Zilla Panchayat is —
A) Deputy head and acting Adhyaksha in absence of the Adhyaksha
B) Finance officer
C) Government nominee
D) Judicial officer
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha is elected by members and performs the Adhyaksha’s duties during vacancy or absence.
52. The Upadhyaksha is elected by —
A) Members of Zilla Panchayat from among themselves
B) MLAs
C) Governor
D) District Collector
Answer: A
Explanation: Both Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha are chosen internally by the Zilla Panchayat members.
53. The term of office of Upadhyaksha is —
A) 20 months (as per rotation rules)
B) 5 years
C) 3 years
D) 1 year
Answer: A
Explanation: Rotation of reservation and tenure apply similarly as for the Adhyaksha.
54. When Adhyaksha is unable to perform duties, the Upadhyaksha —
A) Discharges all the functions of Adhyaksha
B) Suspends CEO
C) Calls for state assembly
D) Controls judiciary
Answer: A
Explanation: Continuity of administration is maintained through Upadhyaksha’s authority.
55. Upadhyaksha assists Adhyaksha in —
A) Coordinating developmental and financial activities
B) Judicial matters
C) Election monitoring
D) Private industry
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she shares responsibility for district planning and programme review.
56. In meetings, Upadhyaksha —
A) Presides in the absence of Adhyaksha
B) Acts as judicial observer
C) Writes minutes alone
D) Controls police
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she ensures proper conduct of proceedings when chairing meetings.
57. Upadhyaksha participates in —
A) All Standing Committees and development reviews
B) State Cabinet
C) Urban planning
D) Judicial enquiry
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she plays a key supporting role in district governance.
58. The Upadhyaksha’s signature is required for —
A) Certain financial and administrative approvals in Adhyaksha’s absence
B) Judicial verdicts
C) Political bills
D) Urban tax receipts
Answer: A
Explanation: To ensure continuity of official process.
59. If both Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha positions are vacant, —
A) Members elect a temporary Chairperson
B) CEO assumes power
C) Governor intervenes
D) MLA acts as chairman
Answer: A
Explanation: A member is chosen temporarily to preside over meetings.
60. Upadhyaksha’s responsibility in financial matters is —
A) To assist Adhyaksha and review monthly finance statements
B) To frame tax laws
C) To prepare industrial policy
D) To fix judicial fees
Answer: A
Explanation: Financial monitoring is shared by both leaders.
61. Upadhyaksha ensures implementation of schemes by —
A) Monitoring field progress and submitting reports to Adhyaksha
B) Issuing penalties
C) Framing laws
D) Recruiting staff
Answer: A
Explanation: Field monitoring enhances administrative efficiency.
62. Upadhyaksha can recommend —
A) Transfer or disciplinary action to CEO for staff negligence
B) Judicial orders
C) Tax appeals
D) Private contracts
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she supports discipline in administration.
63. A Standing Committee of Zilla Panchayat is —
A) A permanent subcommittee formed for specific subjects
B) A political committee
C) A court
D) A private association
Answer: A
Explanation: Standing committees assist in sectoral governance.
64. The main Standing Committees are —
A) Finance, Education & Health, Agriculture, Social Justice and General Administration
B) Judicial and Police
C) Urban Development only
D) Industrial Boards
Answer: A
Explanation: These cover the major functional areas of rural development.
65. Chairpersons of Standing Committees are —
A) Elected by Zilla Panchayat members
B) Nominated by Governor
C) Appointed by CEO
D) Chosen by MLAs
Answer: A
Explanation: Election ensures democratic representation in each committee.
66. Each Standing Committee has power to —
A) Scrutinize projects and monitor departmental progress
B) Pass laws
C) Collect taxes
D) Grant licenses
Answer: A
Explanation: They act as mini departments for specific subjects.
67. The Finance Committee of Zilla Panchayat —
A) Reviews budgets, accounts, and audit reports
B) Runs police stations
C) Conducts elections
D) Manages courts
Answer: A
Explanation: It ensures financial discipline and efficient resource use.
68. The Education & Health Committee —
A) Monitors schools, PHCs, and public health programmes
B) Collects taxes
C) Issues industrial loans
D) Controls traffic
Answer: A
Explanation: It oversees education and health related activities.
69. The Agriculture & Industries Committee is responsible for —
A) Agriculture, animal husbandry, irrigation, and small industries
B) Judiciary
C) Transport
D) Urban affairs
Answer: A
Explanation: It focuses on rural economic development.
70. The Social Justice Committee —
A) Ensures welfare of SC/ST, OBC and minorities
B) Implements tax laws
C) Manages urban projects
D) Issues licenses
Answer: A
Explanation: It protects weaker sections and promotes equity.
71. The General Administration Committee —
A) Supervises personnel, establishment, and administrative matters
B) Handles criminal justice
C) Controls defence
D) Runs urban affairs
Answer: A
Explanation: It ensures smooth office and staff management.
72. Standing Committees submit their reports to —
A) Adhyaksha and Zilla Panchayat for final approval
B) Judiciary
C) Urban council
D) Police
Answer: A
Explanation: Reports guide policy and decision implementation.
73. Meetings of Standing Committees must be held —
A) At least once every month
B) Once a year
C) Quarterly
D) Whenever CEO decides
Answer: A
Explanation: Regular review is mandatory for active governance.
74. The Upadhyaksha assists Standing Committees by —
A) Coordinating between committees and Adhyaksha
B) Issuing judicial summons
C) Granting industrial permits
D) Recruiting staff
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she ensures effective inter-committee coordination.
75. The overall duty of the Upadhyaksha and Standing Committees is —
A) To ensure collective and efficient administration of district development programmes
B) To control judiciary
C) To form laws
D) To manage urban affairs
Answer: A
Explanation: They jointly support the Adhyaksha and CEO for efficient rural governance.
76. The Zilla Panchayat Adhyaksha acts as —
A) The executive head and presiding officer of the district Panchayat
B) Chief Judicial Magistrate
C) Police Superintendent
D) District Collector
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha leads all administrative, financial, and developmental functions of the Zilla Panchayat.
77. The Adhyaksha ensures implementation of —
A) Resolutions passed by the Zilla Panchayat
B) High Court judgments
C) Industrial regulations
D) Legislative bills
Answer: A
Explanation: Adhyaksha’s main function is to see that all resolutions are executed through the CEO and concerned officers.
78. During an emergency or disaster, the Adhyaksha’s immediate duty is —
A) To coordinate relief operations with district authorities
B) To request police deployment
C) To suspend all meetings
D) To report to the MLA
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha ensures smooth disaster response and coordination with the district administration.
79. The CEO is directly responsible to —
A) Adhyaksha and the State Government
B) MLA
C) Parliament
D) Judiciary
Answer: A
Explanation: The CEO executes policies and administrative directions from the Adhyaksha and Government.
80. The Adhyaksha’s financial powers are exercised subject to —
A) Approval of Zilla Panchayat resolutions
B) Judicial consent
C) MLA order
D) Cabinet decision
Answer: A
Explanation: All expenditures must align with Panchayat’s approved decisions.
81. The Upadhyaksha assists in —
A) Supervising the execution of development schemes
B) Enforcing judicial decrees
C) Conducting urban planning
D) Collecting income tax
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha ensures effective follow-up and coordination in the Adhyaksha’s absence.
82. When the Adhyaksha’s seat becomes vacant, powers are exercised by —
A) The Upadhyaksha until a new Adhyaksha is elected
B) The CEO permanently
C) The MLA
D) The Governor
Answer: A
Explanation: Upadhyaksha serves as acting head to prevent administrative vacuum.
83. Adhyaksha is responsible for ensuring —
A) Participation of marginalized groups in district planning
B) Tax collection
C) Judicial discipline
D) Urban regulation
Answer: A
Explanation: Social justice and inclusivity are key objectives of Panchayat leadership.
84. Standing Committees assist the Zilla Panchayat by —
A) Providing expert and focused recommendations in specific sectors
B) Managing judiciary
C) Running political campaigns
D) Issuing laws
Answer: A
Explanation: Committees like Finance, Education, and Agriculture specialize in targeted functions.
85. The Adhyaksha reviews developmental progress through —
A) Periodic meetings, field inspections, and performance reports
B) Election rallies
C) Judicial orders
D) Political seminars
Answer: A
Explanation: Supervision and on-ground review ensure accountability.
86. The Zilla Panchayat ensures convergence of —
A) State, Central, and Local development schemes
B) Urban and industrial projects
C) Defence and Judiciary
D) Political campaigns
Answer: A
Explanation: Scheme convergence improves efficiency and reduces duplication of resources.
87. Zilla Panchayat Adhyaksha’s leadership is crucial in —
A) Promoting rural self-reliance and people’s participation
B) Enforcing central taxes
C) Conducting national elections
D) Managing private enterprises
Answer: A
Explanation: His/her leadership strengthens the foundation of self-governance.
88. Adhyaksha maintains liaison with —
A) State departments, Zilla Panchayat members, and Taluk Panchayats
B) Police and courts
C) Parliament members exclusively
D) Industrialists
Answer: A
Explanation: Coordination with multiple stakeholders ensures effective implementation.
89. The Zilla Panchayat Adhyaksha can recommend —
A) Disciplinary action or transfer of negligent officials
B) Appointment of judges
C) Policy for industries
D) Private company audits
Answer: A
Explanation: This power ensures accountability within the administrative machinery.
90. The Upadhyaksha’s main administrative function is —
A) Monitoring and reporting departmental progress to the Adhyaksha
B) Writing judicial verdicts
C) Managing police
D) Framing taxation laws
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she aids in administrative oversight and documentation.
91. Zilla Panchayat Adhyaksha’s tenure can be ended before expiry by —
A) Passing a no-confidence motion by two-thirds majority
B) State Government’s decision alone
C) CEO’s order
D) Governor’s direction
Answer: A
Explanation: Democratic accountability allows members to remove the Adhyaksha.
92. The CEO is the ex-officio —
A) Secretary of the Zilla Panchayat
B) Judicial officer
C) Tax collector
D) Financial advisor
Answer: A
Explanation: The CEO functions as secretary and administrative head.
93. The Zilla Panchayat Standing Committees derive authority from —
A) Section 184 of the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993
B) Article 243F of Constitution
C) District Court
D) Police Act
Answer: A
Explanation: Section 184 specifies composition and functioning of Standing Committees.
94. The Adhyaksha promotes transparency by —
A) Holding open meetings and ensuring public access to information
B) Restricting attendance
C) Keeping records secret
D) Conducting closed-door sessions
Answer: A
Explanation: Transparency and people’s participation build trust in local governance.
95. Standing Committees of Zilla Panchayat are accountable to —
A) The full Zilla Panchayat body
B) Judiciary
C) Urban Ministry
D) Political parties
Answer: A
Explanation: They report their recommendations and findings for approval to the main body.
96. The Adhyaksha must ensure that Zilla Panchayat resolutions —
A) Are implemented by the CEO and concerned officers without delay
B) Are sent to Parliament
C) Are published in Gazette only
D) Remain as proposals
Answer: A
Explanation: Execution of resolutions reflects effective governance.
97. The Upadhyaksha plays a leading role during —
A) Adhyaksha’s absence or administrative emergencies
B) State Assembly sessions
C) Urban elections
D) High Court cases
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she ensures uninterrupted administration.
98. Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha jointly aim to —
A) Strengthen rural democracy and ensure efficient service delivery
B) Expand urban markets
C) Promote industries
D) Conduct judicial proceedings
Answer: A
Explanation: Their leadership brings decentralized governance closer to citizens.
99. The Zilla Panchayat’s performance is assessed through —
A) Annual progress reports and financial audits
B) Political opinion polls
C) Urban reviews
D) Parliamentary debates
Answer: A
Explanation: Audits and performance evaluation ensure transparency.
100. The ultimate objective of Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha is —
A) To achieve good governance and comprehensive rural development through decentralization
B) To control judiciary
C) To centralize powers
D) To run political campaigns
Answer: A
Explanation: Their constitutional duty is to realize the goals of the 73rd Amendment — democratic decentralization and rural empowerment.