1.The Karnataka Panchayat Raj Department functions under which Act?
A) Karnataka Local Bodies Act, 1990
B) Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993
C) Karnataka Rural Development Act, 1985
D) Karnataka Governance Act, 1999
Answer: B
Explanation: The Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993 governs the structure, powers, and administration of rural local bodies in the state.
2. The head of the Panchayat Raj Department in Karnataka is —
A) Chief Secretary
B) Principal Secretary, RDPR
C) Commissioner, Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj
D) District Collector
Answer: C
Explanation: The Commissioner is the administrative head, overseeing Panchayat Raj institutions and developmental programs.
3. The Panchayat Raj Department functions under which Ministry?
A) Ministry of Home Affairs
B) Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department
C) Ministry of Local Governance
D) Ministry of Revenue
Answer: B
Explanation: The Department of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj (RDPR) manages the Panchayat Raj system in Karnataka.
4. The Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj was created to —
A) Conduct Panchayat elections
B) Strengthen rural governance and digital administration
C) Replace Zilla Panchayats
D) Manage revenue collection
Answer: B
Explanation: The Commissionerate was established to modernize rural governance and strengthen Panchayat administration.
5. Administrative inspection in Panchayat Raj institutions ensures —
A) Political control
B) Legal compliance and efficiency
C) Reduction in local autonomy
D) Increased expenditure
Answer: B
Explanation: Inspections verify compliance with laws, financial rules, and ensure efficiency in administration.
6. Regular inspection of Gram Panchayats is carried out by —
A) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Zilla Panchayat
B) Deputy Commissioner
C) MLA of the area
D) Gram Sabha
Answer: A
Explanation: The CEO of Zilla Panchayat is responsible for periodic inspections of Gram Panchayats.
7. The Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj Commissionerate was formed in —
A) 2015
B) 2016
C) 2017
D) 2018
Answer: C
Explanation: Established in 2017, the Commissionerate aims to strengthen rural development and local governance systems.
8. Supervision in Panchayat Raj means —
A) Direct interference in Panchayat decisions
B) Monitoring and guidance by higher authorities
C) Dismissal of members
D) Implementation of taxes
Answer: B
Explanation: Supervision involves providing guidance, ensuring legal and efficient functioning of Panchayats.
9. The Gram Swaraj Yojane focuses mainly on —
A) Centralized governance
B) Urban development
C) Village-level planning and empowerment
D) State control over Panchayats
Answer: C
Explanation: It promotes self-rule by empowering Gram Panchayats to plan and implement developmental programs.
10. The Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj reports to —
A) Chief Minister
B) Principal Secretary, RDPR
C) State Election Commission
D) Governor
Answer: B
Explanation: It works under the RDPR Department, headed by the Principal Secretary.
11. The purpose of administrative inspection is to —
A) Find faults and penalize staff
B) Evaluate efficiency and suggest improvements
C) Reduce funds
D) Suspend elected members
Answer: B
Explanation: Inspections help evaluate performance and recommend better administrative practices.
12. Who supervises Taluk Panchayat administration?
A) Executive Officer
B) Deputy Commissioner
C) Zilla Panchayat CEO
D) Block Education Officer
Answer: A
Explanation: The Executive Officer supervises Taluk Panchayat operations and reports to the CEO.
13. The purpose of supervision is —
A) Political influence
B) Ensuring legal compliance and performance improvement
C) Punishment of elected members
D) Financial audit
Answer: B
Explanation: Supervision maintains discipline and promotes better governance at local levels.
14. The Commissionerate integrates —
A) Rural development and Panchayat governance
B) Urban local bodies
C) Judiciary
D) Transport authorities
Answer: A
Explanation: It combines administration, planning, and supervision functions for rural development and local governance.
15. Who has power to dissolve a Gram Panchayat?
A) Gram Sabha
B) State Government
C) Deputy Commissioner
D) Taluk Panchayat
Answer: B
Explanation: The State Government can dissolve a Panchayat for non-performance or misconduct under the Act.
16. Inspection reports of Gram Panchayats are sent to —
A) Chief Secretary
B) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
C) MLA
D) RDPR Minister
Answer: B
Explanation: The CEO receives inspection reports for further review and necessary action.
17. “Gram Swaraj” means —
A) Self-rule at the village level
B) State rule over villages
C) Military governance
D) Bureaucratic control
Answer: A
Explanation: Gram Swaraj is the Gandhian concept of local self-government and empowerment of rural citizens.
18. Who maintains Panchayat accounts and financial records?
A) Panchayat Development Officer (PDO)
B) Revenue Inspector
C) Village Accountant
D) Taluk Officer
Answer: A
Explanation: The PDO maintains all records of receipts, expenditure, and financial transactions.
19. Financial audits of Panchayats are done by —
A) Private auditors
B) State-appointed auditors
C) Gram Sabha members
D) Central audit teams
Answer: B
Explanation: The State Government appoints auditors to examine Panchayat accounts annually.
20. The Commissionerate inspection teams conduct —
A) Field verification of Panchayat works
B) Political surveys
C) Elections
D) Tax assessments
Answer: A
Explanation: Teams review records, verify works, and ensure quality of implementation.
21. Administrative control over the Commissionerate lies with —
A) RDPR Department
B) Home Department
C) Revenue Department
D) Finance Department
Answer: A
Explanation: The RDPR Department oversees all policy, supervision, and administrative activities.
22. “Gram Swaraj Abhiyan” promotes —
A) Citizen participation and transparency
B) Political campaign
C) Urban development
D) Financial privatization
Answer: A
Explanation: It encourages participatory democracy at the village level.
23. Which Panchayat prepares local development plans?
A) Gram Panchayat
B) Taluk Panchayat
C) Zilla Panchayat
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Explanation: All three tiers prepare plans; district-level committees integrate them.
24. The key aim of the Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj is —
A) Strengthen rural local governance and integrate departments
B) Conduct elections
C) Increase taxation
D) Privatize rural works
Answer: A
Explanation: It integrates rural schemes and governance mechanisms for efficient service delivery.
25. The inspection schedule for Panchayat offices is fixed by —
A) Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj
B) Deputy Commissioner
C) Taluk Panchayat
D) CEO, ZP
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate issues annual inspection programs for all districts.
26. Who supervises the maintenance of birth and death records in Gram Panchayats?
A) PDO
B) Gram Panchayat Secretary
C) Executive Officer
D) Taluk Health Officer
Answer: B
Explanation: The Secretary maintains and updates the village register for vital events.
27. Supervision ensures —
A) Proper implementation of developmental schemes
B) Political appointments
C) Delay in projects
D) Reduction of funds
Answer: A
Explanation: It ensures projects are executed effectively and funds are utilized properly.
28. Monitoring of MGNREGA and PMAY is done by —
A) Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj
B) Zilla Parishad
C) Planning Department
D) Gram Sabha
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate oversees the implementation and reporting of flagship schemes.
29. Field inspections in Panchayats assess —
A) Physical progress and fund use
B) Political leadership
C) Media management
D) Urban planning
Answer: A
Explanation: Physical verification ensures transparency and accountability.
30. Annual review of Panchayat inspection reports is done by —
A) Commissioner, Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj
B) Chief Secretary
C) Lokayukta
D) MLA
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissioner consolidates and reviews annual inspection data.
31. Administrative supervision helps in —
A) Transparency and prevention of corruption
B) Political campaigning
C) Delay in work
D) Suspension of citizens
Answer: A
Explanation: Supervision reduces irregularities and increases accountability.
32. The e-Gram Swaraj Portal was launched to —
A) Digitize Panchayat activities
B) Replace Panchayat elections
C) Manage state taxes
D) Conduct surveys
Answer: A
Explanation: It provides digital tools for planning, accounting, and monitoring of Gram Panchayat works.
33. Audit irregularities are reported to —
A) CEO, Zilla Panchayat and RDPR Department
B) MLA
C) Gram Sabha
D) Local media
Answer: A
Explanation: Audit reports are sent to the CEO and RDPR for corrective action.
34. The Commissionerate acts as —
A) Nodal agency for Panchayat governance in Karnataka
B) Financial body
C) Election authority
D) Political party
Answer: A
Explanation: It serves as the central coordinating authority for rural governance.
35. Supervision ensures effective utilization of —
A) Public funds and manpower
B) Private donations
C) Corporate investments
D) Urban revenue
Answer: A
Explanation: Proper supervision guarantees efficiency and accountability.
36. Periodic inspections check —
A) Works, records, and services
B) Political activities
C) Urban projects
D) Private contracts
Answer: A
Explanation: Routine checks ensure transparency in administrative and field performance.
37. The Monitoring Cell of the Commissionerate collects —
A) Progress reports from Panchayats
B) Taxes
C) Voter lists
D) Land records
Answer: A
Explanation: Data is collected to monitor schemes and assess outcomes.
38. Administrative inspections promote —
A) Accountability and citizen trust
B) Bureaucratic secrecy
C) Political rivalry
D) Centralization
Answer: A
Explanation: Inspections enhance transparency and public confidence.
39. Which online platform tracks Panchayat projects?
A) e-Gram Swaraj Portal
B) Seva Sindhu
C) Bhoomi Portal
D) Jana Mitra
Answer: A
Explanation: The e-Gram Swaraj platform enables online monitoring of Panchayat projects.
40. The main purpose of creating the Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj was —
A) Integration, supervision, and modernization of Panchayat administration
B) Conducting local elections
C) Privatizing rural programs
D) Reducing Panchayat staff
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate strengthens governance by combining supervision, transparency, and technology.
41. Who is responsible for implementing the policies framed by the Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj?
A) Taluk Panchayat Executive Officer
B) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
C) Deputy Commissioner
D) Panchayat Development Officer
Answer: B
Explanation: The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Zilla Panchayat ensures that state-level policies and guidelines issued by the Commissionerate are effectively implemented at district and local levels.
42. Which of the following is not a function of the Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj?
A) Policy implementation
B) Inspection and supervision
C) Election of Panchayat members
D) Monitoring of rural schemes
Answer: C
Explanation: Elections are conducted by the State Election Commission, while the Commissionerate handles administrative, developmental, and supervisory roles.
43. The Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj mainly focuses on —
A) Digital governance and accountability
B) Industrial promotion
C) Urban transport
D) Tax collection
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate emphasizes e-Governance, digital reporting, and transparent monitoring of rural programs.
44. Who coordinates the inspection schedule for Panchayat Raj institutions across districts?
A) RDPR Minister
B) Commissioner, Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj
C) Deputy Commissioner
D) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
Answer: B
Explanation: The Commissioner coordinates inspections, ensuring uniformity and accountability throughout Karnataka.
45. How many tiers does the Panchayat Raj system have under the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four
Answer: C
Explanation: It is a three-tier system — Gram Panchayat, Taluk Panchayat, and Zilla Panchayat — all supervised under the Commissionerate framework.
46. Supervision in Panchayat Raj ensures —
A) Transparency, efficiency, and accountability
B) Political control
C) Centralization of power
D) Delayed decision-making
Answer: A
Explanation: Supervision strengthens rural institutions by promoting lawful functioning, transparency, and accountability.
47. Inspection reports are used by the State Government to —
A) Identify irregularities and suggest reforms
B) Increase revenue
C) Organize elections
D) Grant awards
Answer: A
Explanation: Inspection findings help in policy correction, disciplinary actions, and improving Panchayat functioning.
48. At the Taluk level, supervision of Panchayat works is done by —
A) Executive Officer
B) Village Accountant
C) Panchayat Secretary
D) Revenue Officer
Answer: A
Explanation: The Executive Officer (EO) is in charge of Taluk Panchayat supervision and ensures proper execution of programs.
49. Inspection reports submitted by CEOs help the State Government in —
A) Policy planning and resource allocation
B) Election management
C) Disaster control
D) Education reform
Answer: A
Explanation: These reports provide factual inputs for budgeting, planning, and reforms in Panchayat administration.
50. Who conducts on-ground monitoring of Panchayat works?
A) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
B) Executive Officer
C) Panchayat Development Officer
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Explanation: Monitoring is multi-tiered — all officials play coordinated roles from Gram to District level.
51. The “Gram Swaraj Abhiyan” promotes —
A) Awareness and participation in rural welfare schemes
B) Privatization of services
C) Political centralization
D) Urban elections
Answer: A
Explanation: It focuses on community involvement and access to flagship government schemes in rural areas.
52. Administrative inspection of a Panchayat begins with examining —
A) Official records and registers
B) Citizen complaints
C) Land disputes
D) Media reports
Answer: A
Explanation: Inspection starts with reviewing records, files, resolutions, and financial statements for accuracy.
53. The Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj coordinates —
A) Rural development and Panchayat systems
B) Election campaigns
C) Judiciary and police
D) Industrial licensing
Answer: A
Explanation: It ensures coordination between local self-governance and rural development departments.
54. Audit functions under the Panchayat Raj system ensure —
A) Financial discipline and transparency
B) Political accountability
C) Delay in implementation
D) Fund withholding
Answer: A
Explanation: Regular audits prevent misuse of funds and ensure accountability in spending.
55. The e-Gram Swaraj Portal helps in —
A) Monitoring Panchayat projects and finances
B) Police record management
C) Electoral data collection
D) Road construction
Answer: A
Explanation: It provides real-time digital data on planning, expenditure, and implementation of Panchayat works.
56. “Gram Swaraj” is based on which principle?
A) Decentralization of power
B) Bureaucratic control
C) Political monopoly
D) Privatization
Answer: A
Explanation: It stands for village self-rule, promoting local democracy and people’s participation.
57. Who reviews Panchayat finances at the district level?
A) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
B) Deputy Commissioner
C) MLA
D) Gram Sabha
Answer: A
Explanation: The CEO checks financial management, expenditure, and fund flow in Panchayat accounts.
58. Administrative supervision is part of which branch of governance?
A) Executive / Administrative
B) Judicial
C) Legislative
D) Political
Answer: A
Explanation: Supervision is an executive function that ensures policies are implemented correctly.
59. Why are periodic inspections important?
A) To evaluate performance and ensure efficiency
B) To interfere in governance
C) To collect fines
D) To appoint new staff
Answer: A
Explanation: They identify gaps, ensure compliance, and improve service delivery quality.
60. Which officer validates Gram Panchayat resolutions?
A) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
B) Deputy Commissioner
C) Gram Panchayat Secretary
D) Taluk Panchayat President
Answer: A
Explanation: The CEO ensures Panchayat resolutions conform to laws and government orders.
61. The Commissionerate’s major role includes —
A) Inspection, monitoring, and evaluation
B) Political campaigning
C) Law enforcement
D) Judicial trials
Answer: A
Explanation: It supervises and evaluates development projects and administrative performance.
62. The CEO of a Zilla Panchayat reports to —
A) Commissioner, Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj
B) Chief Minister
C) Governor
D) Zilla Panchayat President
Answer: A
Explanation: All district CEOs are administratively accountable to the Commissioner.
63. Who prepares the annual development plan at Gram Panchayat level?
A) Panchayat Development Officer (PDO)
B) Zilla Panchayat CEO
C) Executive Officer
D) Taluk Panchayat
Answer: A
Explanation: The PDO drafts the plan based on Gram Sabha decisions and local priorities.
64. The Commissionerate supervises which major schemes?
A) MGNREGA
B) Swachh Bharat Mission
C) PMAY (Rural)
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Explanation: All major centrally sponsored rural programs come under its supervision.
65. Who integrates local development plans into a district plan?
A) District Planning Committee (DPC)
B) State Finance Commission
C) Zilla Panchayat
D) Gram Sabha
Answer: A
Explanation: The DPC consolidates local plans from all Panchayats into a single district plan.
66. The administrative head of Gram Panchayat is —
A) Panchayat Development Officer (PDO)
B) President
C) Village Accountant
D) Secretary
Answer: A
Explanation: The PDO is responsible for implementing schemes and maintaining records.
67. Transparency in Panchayat governance is promoted by —
A) e-Gram Swaraj & social audits
B) Political debates
C) Private agencies
D) Revenue offices
Answer: A
Explanation: Digital platforms and social audits strengthen transparency and accountability.
68. Inspection checklists for Panchayats are prepared by —
A) Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj
B) Finance Department
C) Education Department
D) Local NGOs
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate issues a uniform checklist to ensure consistency in inspections.
69. Administrative inspection includes checking —
A) Records, physical works, and staff performance
B) Political activities
C) Taxation matters
D) Election reports
Answer: A
Explanation: It involves examination of office records, ongoing works, and employee conduct.
70. The Gram Sabha’s role in supervision is to —
A) Approve and monitor Gram Panchayat works
B) Collect taxes
C) Manage staff
D) Conduct audits
Answer: A
Explanation: The Gram Sabha ensures accountability by reviewing works and budgets.
71. Who decides staff postings in Panchayat Raj institutions?
A) State Government
B) Zilla Panchayat
C) Taluk Panchayat
D) RDPR Minister
Answer: A
Explanation: The State Government finalizes cadre strength and appointments of Panchayat employees.
72. The Inspection Register in Panchayat offices records —
A) Remarks of inspecting officers
B) Attendance
C) Election data
D) Staff salary
Answer: A
Explanation: It is a mandatory document for recording inspection findings and follow-ups.
73. Who submits the Annual Administrative Report to the State Government?
A) Commissioner, Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj
B) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
C) Deputy Commissioner
D) RDPR Minister
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissioner consolidates inspection data from all districts into a yearly report.
74. The main goal of supervision and inspection is —
A) Strengthen accountability and transparency
B) Control political appointments
C) Delay funds
D) Abolish Panchayats
Answer: A
Explanation: Inspections ensure ethical and efficient local governance.
75. Which section of the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act allows dissolution of Panchayats?
A) Section 43
B) Section 27
C) Section 56
D) Section 12
Answer: A
Explanation: Section 43 empowers the State Government to dissolve non-performing Panchayats.
76. Who coined the term Gram Swaraj?
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) B.R. Ambedkar
C) Jawaharlal Nehru
D) Sardar Patel
Answer: A
Explanation: Gandhi envisioned self-reliant villages under Gram Swaraj as the foundation of democracy.
77. Administrative supervision aims at —
A) Efficient governance and adherence to rules
B) Political dominance
C) Bureaucratic secrecy
D) Revenue generation
Answer: A
Explanation: Supervision ensures adherence to rules, procedures, and effective public service delivery.
78. The Monitoring and Evaluation Wing of the Commissionerate ensures —
A) Regular review of schemes and projects
B) Political surveys
C) Court reporting
D) Tax collection
Answer: A
Explanation: This wing monitors the progress and impact of all rural development programs.
79. Disciplinary action based on inspection reports can be initiated by —
A) CEO or Commissioner
B) Gram Sabha
C) Panchayat President
D) RDPR Minister only
Answer: A
Explanation: Both CEO and Commissioner can initiate action depending on the severity of irregularities.
80. Service quality in Panchayats is measured by —
A) Inspections and citizen feedback
B) Political surveys
C) Tax collection
D) Media reviews
Answer: A
Explanation: Field visits and feedback mechanisms evaluate service delivery effectiveness.
81. Who approves the Panchayat annual budget?
A) Gram Sabha
B) Taluk Panchayat
C) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
D) State Government
Answer: A
Explanation: The Gram Sabha approves the budget, ensuring participatory financial planning.
82. Supervisory control means —
A) Review and correction by higher authorities
B) Legal trials
C) Taxation control
D) Political dominance
Answer: A
Explanation: It allows superiors to review performance and ensure compliance with laws.
83. Village-level inspections are conducted by —
A) PDO and Taluk-level officials
B) Police officers
C) Political workers
D) Revenue officers
Answer: A
Explanation: Local officials check records and schemes under the PDO’s supervision.
84. Which of the following is not an objective of the Commissionerate?
A) Political promotion
B) Staff training
C) Digital governance
D) Rural coordination
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate is administrative, not political, in its objectives.
85. Inspection in Panchayat Raj means —
A) Detailed examination of official activities
B) Political observation
C) Revenue audit only
D) Staff rotation
Answer: A
Explanation: Inspections review all aspects — administrative, financial, and developmental.
86. Training of Panchayat functionaries is conducted by —
A) Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj
B) Election Commission
C) Department of Education
D) Private agency
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate organizes capacity-building programs for staff and members.
87. The Commissionerate promotes —
A) Decentralized democracy and good governance
B) Bureaucratic secrecy
C) Political patronage
D) Industrial growth
Answer: A
Explanation: It ensures decentralization, accountability, and citizen empowerment.
88. Effective supervision depends on —
A) Timely reporting and corrective measures
B) Political pressure
C) Delay in files
D) Ignoring audit reports
Answer: A
Explanation: Regular reporting ensures quick correction and improved efficiency.
89. Which report assesses Gram Panchayat performance annually?
A) Administrative Inspection Report
B) Voter Report
C) Census Report
D) Election Result Report
Answer: A
Explanation: The Administrative Inspection Report evaluates yearly performance indicators.
90. Online systems of the Commissionerate improve —
A) Real-time tracking and transparency
B) Political publicity
C) Tax collection
D) Staff hiring
Answer: A
Explanation: Digital platforms enhance accountability and reduce corruption.
91. Administrative supervision promotes —
A) Effective local governance and transparency
B) Centralization
C) Political lobbying
D) Bureaucratic secrecy
Answer: A
Explanation: It strengthens rural governance by ensuring openness and responsibility.
92. Which wing of the Commissionerate deals with policy research?
A) Policy and Planning Wing
B) Finance Wing
C) Audit Wing
D) Legal Wing
Answer: A
Explanation: This wing studies best practices and drafts policy frameworks.
93. The Inspection Cell under the Commissionerate performs —
A) Field verification and compliance checking
B) Voter enrolment
C) Tax assessments
D) Judicial cases
Answer: A
Explanation: The Inspection Cell ensures on-site verification of Panchayat functioning.
94. Supervisory functions aim to strengthen —
A) Decentralization and accountability
B) Centralized control
C) Political influence
D) Bureaucratic dominance
Answer: A
Explanation: Supervision supports decentralized governance and citizen empowerment.
95. Which department coordinates financial audits of Panchayats?
A) RDPR Department
B) Finance Department
C) Planning Department
D) Home Department
Answer: A
Explanation: The RDPR Department manages audit processes through the Commissionerate.
96. Performance evaluation of Panchayat employees is reviewed by —
A) CEO, Zilla Panchayat
B) Deputy Commissioner
C) Gram Sabha
D) MLA
Answer: A
Explanation: The CEO of the Zilla Panchayat is the administrative authority responsible for reviewing and appraising the performance of Panchayat staff at the district level; they consolidate reports and take action as required.
97. In administrative terms, “Inspection” refers to —
A) Verification of official activities, records and outcomes
B) Political campaigning by parties
C) Tax collection drives
D) Organising cultural events
Answer: A
Explanation: Inspection in the Panchayat context is a structured, official examination of records, ongoing works, financial accounts and service delivery to ensure compliance and quality.
98. The State Government uses data from the Commissionerate primarily to —
A) Improve rural development policy and planning
B) Conduct political rallies
C) Hire private contractors for elections
D) Close Panchayat offices
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate’s monitoring and inspection data feed into evidence-based policy making, resource allocation and program corrections at the state level.
99. The primary reason for creating the Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj was to —
A) Integrate rural governance functions and strengthen supervision
B) Replace the RDPR Department
C) Run State elections
D) Privatize local works
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate was established to unify supervision, monitoring, e-governance and capacity-building efforts for Panchayats — enhancing coordination and accountability (not to replace RDPR or run elections).
100. The ultimate goal of the Commissionerate of Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj is to —
A) Achieve accountable, transparent and decentralized village governance
B) Centralize decision-making in the State capital
C) Reduce Gram Sabha powers
D) Promote only urban development
Answer: A
Explanation: The Commissionerate’s mandate is to strengthen decentralized governance, increase transparency (through digital tools and audits), and empower villages for better local development and citizen participation.