1. The head of the Taluk Panchayat is known as —
A) Adhyaksha
B) Upadhyaksha
C) Executive Officer
D) Chief Secretary
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha is the elected head and presiding officer of the Taluk Panchayat.
2. The deputy head of the Taluk Panchayat is called —
A) Upadhyaksha
B) Vice-President
C) Pradhan
D) Deputy Officer
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha is the Vice-Chairperson who assists the Adhyaksha and performs duties in their absence.
3. The Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha are elected —
A) By and from among the elected members of the Taluk Panchayat
B) By the State Government
C) By the public directly
D) By the MLA of the area
Answer: A
Explanation: As per Section 137 of the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, both are elected by the Taluk Panchayat members.
4. The term of office of Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha is
A) 20 months (or as fixed by rotation of reservation)
B) 5 years
C) 3 years
D) Till resignation
Answer: A
Explanation: Generally, they hold office for 20 months subject to reservation rotation unless otherwise notified.
5. The election of Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha is conducted by —
A) An officer appointed by the State Election Commission
B) MLA of the Taluk
C) Executive Officer
D) Deputy Commissioner
Answer: A
Explanation: The SEC appoints a presiding officer to conduct elections fairly and transparently.
6. The Adhyaksha presides over —
A) All meetings of the Taluk Panchayat
B) Zilla Panchayat sessions
C) Gram Sabha
D) State Cabinet
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha is the presiding authority in all Panchayat meetings and ensures orderly conduct.
7. In the absence of the Adhyaksha, who presides over the meeting?
A) Upadhyaksha
B) Executive Officer
C) MLA
D) Chief Secretary
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha performs all duties of the Adhyaksha when the chair is vacant or absent.
8. The Adhyaksha is responsible to —
A) Ensure implementation of resolutions passed by the Taluk Panchayat
B) Frame State Laws
C) Supervise Parliament
D) Issue judicial orders
Answer: A
Explanation: As head of the Panchayat, the Adhyaksha ensures resolutions are executed by the EO.
9. Removal of Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha is done through —
A) No-confidence motion passed by majority of members
B) Governor’s order
C) State Cabinet approval
D) Zilla Panchayat only
Answer: A
Explanation: A no-confidence motion passed by a simple majority removes the Adhyaksha or Upadhyaksha.
10. Who administers the oath of office to Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha?
A) The Officer appointed by the State Election Commission
B) Chief Minister
C) MLA
D) Deputy Commissioner
Answer: A
Explanation: The same presiding officer who conducts the election administers the oath.
11. The Adhyaksha’s role in Panchayat governance is primarily —
A) Executive and supervisory
B) Judicial
C) Legislative
D) Ceremonial
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha ensures execution of all administrative and developmental functions.
12. The Upadhyaksha’s main role is to —
A) Assist Adhyaksha and preside in his/her absence
B) Manage finances independently
C) Conduct elections
D) Supervise judiciary
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha supports the Adhyaksha and ensures continuity of administration.
13. The remuneration and allowances of Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha are fixed by —
A) State Government
B) Zilla Panchayat
C) Taluk Panchayat itself
D) Gram Sabha
Answer: A
Explanation: The State Government prescribes the honorarium, TA/DA, and other benefits by rules.
14. The Adhyaksha signs —
A) Minutes of meetings and official correspondence
B) Judicial warrants
C) Tax notifications
D) State legislation
Answer: A
Explanation: All proceedings, minutes, and communications require Adhyaksha’s signature for authentication.
15. The Adhyaksha’s administrative power includes —
A) Overseeing the work of Executive Officer and staff
B) Issuing criminal orders
C) Approving state policies
D) Supervising the judiciary
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha directs the EO to implement decisions efficiently.
16. The Executive Officer must obtain Adhyaksha’s approval for —
A) Convening Panchayat meetings and agenda preparation
B) Judicial trials
C) State taxes
D) Court appeals
Answer: A
Explanation: The EO prepares meeting agenda and issues notice with Adhyaksha’s consent.
17. Adhyaksha’s signature is mandatory on —
A) Official cheques and financial sanction orders
B) Private contracts
C) MLA bills
D) Governor’s orders
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha authorizes payments and expenditures as per approved resolutions.
18. The Adhyaksha acts as a link between —
A) Taluk Panchayat and Zilla Panchayat
B) Judiciary and Legislature
C) Parliament and Governor
D) Gram Sabha and Courts
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she coordinates with higher authorities for smooth implementation of schemes.
19. The Adhyaksha represents the Taluk Panchayat in —
A) Official functions and Government meetings
B) Judicial cases
C) Parliament
D) State Cabinet
Answer: A
Explanation: Adhyaksha serves as the public and official face of the Taluk Panchayat.
20. In case of Adhyaksha’s resignation, it must be submitted to —
A) State Election Commission Presiding Officer
B) Deputy Commissioner
C) Chief Minister
D) Zilla Panchayat CEO
Answer: A
Explanation: The resignation is tendered to the officer authorized by the SEC.
21. The Adhyaksha ensures the proper implementation of which Acts?
A) Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993 and related rural development laws
B) Indian Penal Code
C) Civil Procedure Code
D) Urban Municipal Act only
Answer: A
Explanation: As head of the Panchayat, Adhyaksha enforces the provisions of the Panchayat Raj system.
22. The Upadhyaksha can exercise powers of Adhyaksha —
A) During absence or vacancy of Adhyaksha’s post
B) Only during emergencies
C) At the MLA’s request
D) Never
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha temporarily assumes duties of the chairperson when required.
23. The Adhyaksha is responsible for —
A) Maintaining discipline in meetings and order in administration
B) Court proceedings
C) State elections
D) Political nominations
Answer: A
Explanation: Ensuring orderly conduct of business is a key part of the Adhyaksha’s role.
24. If both Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha posts are vacant —
A) A member elected by the Panchayat temporarily presides
B) Governor appoints a replacement
C) Zilla Panchayat President takes charge
D) Executive Officer becomes Adhyaksha
Answer: A
Explanation: Members elect a temporary presiding member until posts are filled.
25. The constitutional spirit behind electing Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha is —
A) Decentralization and democratic self-governance
B) Political centralization
C) Judicial activism
D) Bureaucratic rule
Answer: A
Explanation: These posts embody people’s representation and local accountability.
26. The Adhyaksha of a Taluk Panchayat is the —
A) Executive Head of the Taluk Panchayat
B) Judicial Officer
C) Planning Commission Member
D) Finance Secretary
Answer: A
Explanation: Adhyaksha is the executive authority responsible for administration and implementation of Panchayat decisions.
27. All executive powers of the Taluk Panchayat vest in —
A) Adhyaksha
B) Upadhyaksha
C) Executive Officer
D) Zilla Panchayat President
Answer: A
Explanation: Under Section 138 of the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993, executive powers vest in the Adhyaksha.
28. Adhyaksha is empowered to —
A) Call and preside over Taluk Panchayat meetings
B) Frame state laws
C) Conduct Gram Sabhas
D) Issue judicial summons
Answer: A
Explanation: He or she decides the date, time, and agenda of Taluk Panchayat meetings and presides over them.
29. The Adhyaksha has the power to sanction —
A) Small expenditures within prescribed limits
B) Judicial penalties
C) MLA grants
D) Court fees
Answer: A
Explanation: He can approve minor expenditures as delegated by the Taluk Panchayat Rules.
30. The Adhyaksha is responsible for —
A) Supervising the work of Taluk Panchayat staff and committees
B) Monitoring judiciary
C) Urban planning
D) Enforcing law and order
Answer: A
Explanation: He ensures that officials perform their duties efficiently and plans are executed properly.
31. The Upadhyaksha assists the Adhyaksha in —
A) Administrative and financial functions
B) Judicial matters
C) Urban construction
D) Private contracts
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha supports in executive and financial decisions and acts as vice-chairperson.
32. Adhyaksha must ensure that Taluk Panchayat resolutions are —
A) Implemented by the Executive Officer
B) Reviewed by Courts
C) Signed by MLA
D) Sent to Governor
Answer: A
Explanation: Implementation of decisions is done through the EO under Adhyaksha’s supervision.
33. The Adhyaksha can give directions to —
A) The Executive Officer and Taluk Panchayat staff
B) Judges
C) District Court
D) Finance Minister
Answer: A
Explanation: He issues instructions to ensure proper execution of schemes and maintenance of records.
34. Adhyaksha authorizes withdrawal of money from —
A) Taluk Panchayat Fund
B) State Treasury Reserve
C) Urban Development Fund
D) Private Account
Answer: A
Explanation: Expenditure is made only under Adhyaksha’s authorization as head of the Taluk Panchayat.
35. Financial statements and budget proposals are signed by —
A) Adhyaksha and Executive Officer
B) MLA
C) Chief Minister
D) Zilla Panchayat President
Answer: A
Explanation: Both authenticate budget documents and forward them to Zilla Panchayat.
36. Adhyaksha must review the progress of —
A) All development schemes in the Taluk
B) Judicial cases
C) Urban corporations
D) Political parties
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she monitors the execution and effectiveness of various rural development programmes.
37. Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha must work in accordance with —
A) Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act and Government Rules
B) Indian Penal Code
C) Constitution only
D) Civil Procedure Code
Answer: A
Explanation: Their powers and duties are clearly outlined under the KPR Act and Rules.
38. Adhyaksha has power to inspect —
A) Records and offices of Gram Panchayats under his Taluk
B) High Court files
C) Urban Corporations
D) Police records
Answer: A
Explanation: He may conduct inspections to ensure proper functioning and record maintenance.
39. In case of irregularity in Gram Panchayat, Adhyaksha can —
A) Report to the Zilla Panchayat CEO for necessary action
B) Issue court orders
C) Suspend officials directly
D) Ignore the issue
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she reports to the higher authority for administrative remedial action.
40. The Adhyaksha is responsible for ensuring —
A) Proper maintenance of Taluk Panchayat records and registers
B) Court case summaries
C) Urban budgeting
D) Tax appeals
Answer: A
Explanation: Record keeping is a core administrative duty to ensure transparency and audit compliance.
41. For all official communications, the Taluk Panchayat seal is used under the authority of —
A) Adhyaksha
B) EO alone
C) Zilla Panchayat President
D) Finance Officer
Answer: A
Explanation: Official documents bear the Panchayat seal with Adhyaksha’s approval.
42. The Upadhyaksha may perform the duties of Adhyaksha —
A) During absence, leave or vacancy of the Adhyaksha’s post
B) Whenever he desires
C) Only with Governor’s permission
D) Never
Answer: A
Explanation: Upadhyaksha acts as vice-chairperson to avoid administrative disruption.
43. Adhyaksha has the power to review —
A) Performance of Taluk Panchayat committees and departmental officers
B) Court judgments
C) Urban bonds
D) Revenue laws
Answer: A
Explanation: Review ensures timely execution of development and administrative programmes.
44. The Adhyaksha must certify completion reports for —
A) Works and schemes undertaken by the Taluk Panchayat
B) Judicial trials
C) Private contracts
D) Urban projects only
Answer: A
Explanation: Completion certificates verify that projects are executed according to sanction.
45. The Adhyaksha is empowered to attend —
A) Meetings of Zilla Panchayat and State level reviews
B) Parliament sessions
C) Judicial hearings
D) Urban corporation meetings
Answer: A
Explanation: He represents the Taluk Panchayat in inter-tier coordination meetings.
46. Adhyaksha ensures financial discipline by —
A) Scrutinizing bills and approving expenditure within sanctioned limits
B) Ignoring accounts
C) Delegating to private firms
D) Borrowing without approval
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she checks that funds are spent properly and audited regularly.
47. The Adhyaksha submits an annual performance report to —
A) Zilla Panchayat CEO
B) Governor
C) District Court
D) Finance Minister
Answer: A
Explanation: Performance and financial reports are submitted to the CEO for district review.
48. When both Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha posts are vacant, administration is handled by —
A) An interim member elected by the Panchayat
B) District Collector
C) MLA
D) Chief Secretary
Answer: A
Explanation: Members elect a temporary presiding officer till fresh elections are held.
49. Adhyaksha maintains coordination between —
A) Gram Panchayats, Taluk and Zilla Panchayats
B) Police and Judiciary
C) Courts and Legislature
D) Urban Corporations
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she ensures vertical coordination for policy and programme implementation.
50. The primary administrative duty of Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha is —
A) Efficient execution of development plans and good governance at Taluk level
B) Legislating state laws
C) Hearing judicial appeals
D) Tax collection
Answer: A
Explanation: Their role is to lead, supervise, and coordinate administrative and developmental functions of the Taluk Panchayat.
51. The Adhyaksha’s foremost developmental duty is —
A) To supervise and coordinate all developmental schemes in the Taluk
B) To approve national laws
C) To conduct Gram Sabha directly
D) To monitor private industries
Answer: A
Explanation: As the head of the Taluk Panchayat, the Adhyaksha ensures proper execution of all developmental programmes and schemes.
52. The Taluk Panchayat Adhyaksha ensures implementation of —
A) State and Central rural development schemes
B) Judicial reforms
C) Urban planning acts
D) Corporate laws
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she is responsible for ensuring that schemes like MGNREGA, PMAY-G, etc., are implemented effectively.
53. Adhyaksha supervises the functioning of —
A) All Standing Committees of the Taluk Panchayat
B) State Assembly Committees
C) Parliament Committees
D) Urban corporations
Answer: A
Explanation: Each standing committee deals with subjects such as Finance, Social Justice, and Education, supervised by the Adhyaksha.
54. The Adhyaksha ensures that development plans are —
A) Implemented within time and budget
B) Discussed in Parliament
C) Secret
D) Privately executed
Answer: A
Explanation: Timely and efficient implementation is a key responsibility of the Taluk Panchayat head.
55. The Adhyaksha’s role in education includes —
A) Monitoring school facilities and educational programmes in the Taluk
B) Issuing exam results
C) Approving university degrees
D) Managing private colleges
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she ensures schools and literacy programmes under the Panchayat function effectively.
56. In the health sector, the Adhyaksha —
A) Oversees functioning of primary health centres and rural hospitals
B) Appoints doctors
C) Runs medical colleges
D) Licenses private clinics
Answer: A
Explanation: Adhyaksha coordinates with the health department to improve healthcare delivery.
57. In agriculture and irrigation, the Adhyaksha ensures —
A) Implementation of schemes for farmers’ welfare and water conservation
B) Sale of fertilizers
C) Export of crops
D) Corporate farming
Answer: A
Explanation: Developmental supervision includes promoting sustainable farming and minor irrigation schemes.
58. The Upadhyaksha assists mainly in —
A) Overseeing developmental activities during Adhyaksha’s absence
B) Managing judiciary
C) Urban administration
D) Police duties
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha ensures continuity of development work when the Adhyaksha is unavailable.
59. Adhyaksha reviews the progress of —
A) All ongoing construction and development projects in the Taluk
B) State highways only
C) Private land transactions
D) Industrial policy
Answer: A
Explanation: Regular review meetings ensure transparency and timely completion of works.
60. For supervision, Adhyaksha may conduct —
A) Field visits and inspections of works under implementation
B) Judicial trials
C) Financial audits personally
D) Urban zoning
Answer: A
Explanation: Field inspection helps monitor the quality of work and progress of rural schemes.
61. The Adhyaksha coordinates with —
A) Line departments such as Agriculture, Education, and Health
B) High Court
C) Urban corporations
D) Police
Answer: A
Explanation: Coordination with line departments ensures departmental integration in local development.
62. In welfare activities, Adhyaksha ensures —
A) Proper targeting of beneficiaries in schemes like pensions and housing
B) Political campaign funding
C) Industrial licensing
D) Media publicity
Answer: A
Explanation: Welfare programmes for weaker sections are a major focus of Taluk Panchayat administration.
63. The Adhyaksha promotes social justice by —
A) Overseeing welfare schemes for SC/ST, OBCs, and minorities
B) Conducting elections
C) Framing state laws
D) Judicial hearings
Answer: A
Explanation: Social Justice Committee under his supervision ensures inclusive development.
64. Adhyaksha ensures women empowerment through —
A) Implementation of self-help group (SHG) and microfinance schemes
B) Appointing police officers
C) Establishing courts
D) Granting licenses
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she supports women’s participation and financial independence in rural areas.
65. In infrastructure development, Adhyaksha’s function includes —
A) Supervising construction of roads, drains, and rural buildings
B) Building airports
C) Approving rail projects
D) Tax reforms
Answer: A
Explanation: Basic rural infrastructure is developed under Taluk Panchayat supervision.
66. In sanitation programmes, Adhyaksha promotes —
A) Swachh Bharat and rural hygiene schemes
B) Urban waste management only
C) Court sanitation
D) None
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she ensures cleanliness and awareness programmes are effectively conducted.
67. The Adhyaksha monitors employment programmes like —
A) MGNREGA and Skill Development Missions
B) Industrial contracts
C) Corporate recruitment
D) Judicial staffing
Answer: A
Explanation: Employment generation is a key rural development responsibility.
68. Adhyaksha ensures Gram Panchayats —
A) Implement Taluk-level plans and maintain records properly
B) Frame state policies
C) Work independently without coordination
D) Focus only on revenue
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she supervises the proper functioning and coordination of Gram Panchayats.
69. Adhyaksha supervises the performance of —
A) Executive Officer and all staff under Taluk Panchayat
B) MLA
C) Urban Corporations
D) Police Officers
Answer: A
Explanation: Administrative supervision ensures accountability of officers and employees.
70. For effective supervision, Adhyaksha must —
A) Maintain records of inspections, reports, and action taken
B) Avoid documentation
C) Depend on oral reports only
D) Skip monitoring
Answer: A
Explanation: Written documentation ensures follow-up and transparency.
71. The Adhyaksha also focuses on —
A) Coordinating disaster management and relief operations
B) Judicial appeals
C) Corporate mergers
D) Industrial privatization
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she mobilizes departments for relief and rehabilitation during calamities.
72. Adhyaksha’s welfare function includes —
A) Ensuring delivery of social security pensions and welfare schemes
B) Conducting audits
C) Urban administration
D) Industrial reforms
Answer: A
Explanation: Rural welfare schemes like widow pensions and old-age benefits are monitored by Taluk Panchayat.
73. The Upadhyaksha’s developmental role is to —
A) Support Adhyaksha in execution and monitoring of schemes
B) Lead judiciary
C) Collect taxes
D) Frame laws
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha complements the Adhyaksha’s leadership during joint operations.
74. Adhyaksha ensures convergence of —
A) State and Central schemes at the Taluk level
B) Private investment and corporate schemes
C) Urban corporations only
D) Political campaigns
Answer: A
Explanation: Scheme convergence avoids duplication and increases efficiency of development funds.
75. The ultimate developmental goal of Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha is —
A) Holistic and inclusive rural development through participatory governance
B) Political centralization
C) Judicial reform
D) Industrial expansion
Answer: A
Explanation: Their combined leadership ensures efficient planning, supervision, and welfare for rural communities.
76. The Adhyaksha of a Taluk Panchayat acts as the link between —
A) Zilla Panchayat and Gram Panchayats
B) MLA and Governor
C) Judiciary and Parliament
D) Police and Court
Answer: A
Explanation: The Adhyaksha coordinates the developmental and administrative functions between the lower and higher tiers of the Panchayat Raj system.
77. In case of poor performance of schemes, the Adhyaksha must —
A) Review progress and direct the Executive Officer to take corrective action
B) Ignore the issue
C) Transfer the funds personally
D) Request Parliament for change
Answer: A
Explanation: Monitoring and mid-course correction of development schemes are core executive responsibilities of the Adhyaksha.
78. The Adhyaksha ensures transparency in governance by —
A) Conducting open meetings and maintaining public access to records
B) Restricting public attendance
C) Avoiding documentation
D) Outsourcing administration
Answer: A
Explanation: Transparency builds accountability; public participation is a constitutional feature of local self-government.
79. The Adhyaksha’s power of supervision includes —
A) Inspecting Gram Panchayat offices and public works
B) Overseeing courts
C) Managing municipal budgets
D) Granting industrial licences
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she inspects subordinate Panchayats to ensure programmes are properly implemented.
80. The Upadhyaksha’s role becomes crucial when —
A) The Adhyaksha is on leave, resigns, or is removed
B) Elections are held
C) Zilla Panchayat dissolves
D) Funds are frozen
Answer: A
Explanation: The Upadhyaksha performs all functions of the Adhyaksha during temporary vacancy or absence.
81. Which of the following duties of Adhyaksha has a financial implication?
A) Approving bills and authorising withdrawals from the Taluk Panchayat Fund
B) Signing voter lists
C) Granting leave to teachers
D) Organising cultural festivals only
Answer: A
Explanation: All financial transactions require Adhyaksha’s countersignature for legality.
82. The Adhyaksha ensures coordination of Taluk-level plans with —
A) District Development Plan prepared by the Zilla Panchayat
B) State Cabinet decisions
C) Urban authorities
D) Private NGOs only
Answer: A
Explanation: Taluk-level plans are integrated into the District Plan to ensure convergence.
83. In disaster management, the Adhyaksha’s function is to —
A) Lead relief activities and coordinate with officials for immediate assistance
B) Issue weather reports
C) Conduct judicial inquiries
D) Sanction new districts
Answer: A
Explanation: Local leaders are the first responders during natural calamities under RDPR framework.
84. For developmental planning, the Adhyaksha relies primarily on —
A) Reports of Standing Committees and Executive Officer
B) MLA notes
C) Governor’s address
D) Court verdicts
Answer: A
Explanation: These reports provide ground-level data for informed decision-making.
85. If the Adhyaksha fails to call meetings within prescribed time, the State Government may —
A) Suspend or remove the Adhyaksha after due procedure
B) Dissolve Parliament
C) Suspend the EO
D) Cancel Gram Sabha
Answer: A
Explanation: Neglect of statutory duties is ground for disciplinary action by the Government.
86. Ethical responsibility of Adhyaksha includes —
A) Acting impartially and avoiding misuse of position for personal gain
B) Supporting party members
C) Withholding public information
D) Delaying audits
Answer: A
Explanation: Integrity and impartiality are core ethical values under the Panchayat Raj Code of Conduct.
87. The Adhyaksha can recommend disciplinary action against —
A) Taluk Panchayat employees for negligence or misconduct
B) High Court judges
C) MLAs
D) State Ministers
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she forwards reports on staff discipline to the CEO or competent authority.
88. To ensure timely implementation of projects, Adhyaksha should —
A) Hold regular review meetings and inspect works personally
B) Wait for state audit
C) Delegate without review
D) Depend on reports only
Answer: A
Explanation: Regular monitoring enhances accountability and efficiency.
89. Adhyaksha’s signature is compulsory on —
A) Financial sanctions, tenders, and contract approvals
B) Court judgments
C) Election notifications
D) Legislative bills
Answer: A
Explanation: As executive head, he/she authorises Panchayat’s financial commitments.
90. The Adhyaksha promotes people’s participation through —
A) Organising Taluk-level public consultations and awareness campaigns
B) Centralising authority
C) Avoiding public meetings
D) Bureaucratic secrecy
Answer: A
Explanation: Citizen involvement ensures successful local governance.
91. The Adhyaksha submits the annual report on performance of schemes to —
A) Chief Executive Officer of Zilla Panchayat
B) MLA
C) Governor
D) High Court
Answer: A
Explanation: The CEO consolidates all Taluk reports for district-level review.
92. Under financial rules, Adhyaksha is expected to —
A) Prevent excess or unauthorised expenditure
B) Delay payments
C) Ignore financial statements
D) Bypass audits
Answer: A
Explanation: Financial prudence is a mandatory administrative responsibility.
93. The Upadhyaksha participates in all —
A) Standing Committees and assists in development reviews
B) Legislative Assemblies
C) High Court sessions
D) Urban meetings
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she supports coordination among committees for balanced governance.
94. The Adhyaksha’s developmental focus aligns with —
A) Sustainable and inclusive rural development goals
B) Urban tax policy
C) Industrial expansion only
D) Political reform
Answer: A
Explanation: Panchayat leadership ensures economic, social, and environmental sustainability.
95. When both Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha are unable to function, meetings are presided by —
A) A member chosen by Taluk Panchayat members present
B) Zilla Panchayat President
C) MLA
D) EO
Answer: A
Explanation: This ensures continuity of governance without interruption.
96. Adhyaksha must ensure that Panchayat resolutions —
A) Are implemented without delay by the Executive Officer
B) Are sent to Parliament
C) Are published in Gazette
D) Are verified by courts
Answer: A
Explanation: Execution of approved resolutions is a primary executive duty.
97. The Upadhyaksha’s leadership is especially tested during —
A) Emergencies or sudden administrative voids
B) State elections
C) Urban projects
D) Legislative sessions
Answer: A
Explanation: He/she ensures smooth administration when Adhyaksha is unavailable.
98. The Adhyaksha’s role in social justice is to —
A) Ensure equitable benefits to SC/ST, OBC, women, and weaker sections
B) Enforce criminal law
C) Collect property tax
D) Conduct elections
Answer: A
Explanation: Ensuring inclusivity is part of constitutional objectives of Panchayat Raj.
99. The effectiveness of Taluk Panchayat leadership is judged by —
A) Quality of governance, participation, and outcome of rural development schemes
B) Party affiliation
C) Revenue raised
D) Number of meetings
Answer: A
Explanation: Success depends on transparent administration and local development impact.
100. The ultimate constitutional goal of Taluk Panchayat Adhyaksha and Upadhyaksha is —
A) To strengthen democratic decentralisation and ensure good rural governance
B) To centralise authority
C) To control judiciary
D) To privatise local services
Answer: A
Explanation: Their leadership fulfils the objectives of the 73rd Amendment — self-governance and participatory democracy.