{"id":12316,"date":"2025-08-29T12:59:12","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T11:59:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mcqsadda.com\/?p=12316"},"modified":"2025-10-23T10:15:28","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T09:15:28","slug":"panchayat-raj-top-100-mcqs-with-answer-and-explanation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mcqsadda.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/29\/panchayat-raj-top-100-mcqs-with-answer-and-explanation\/","title":{"rendered":"Panchayat Raj Top 100 MCQs With Answer and Explanation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">1. The Panchayati Raj System was given constitutional status by which amendment?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 42nd Amendment<br>b) 44th Amendment<br>c) 73rd Amendment<br>d) 61st Amendment<br><strong>Answer: c) 73rd Amendment<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">2. In which year was the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act enacted?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 1989<br>b) 1991<br>c) 1992<br>d) 1993<br><strong>Answer: c) 1992<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Act was passed in 1992 and came into force on April 24, 1993.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">3. Panchayati Raj is included in which part of the Constitution?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Part IX<br>b) Part VII<br>c) Part X<br>d) Part IV<br><strong>Answer: a) Part IX<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Part IX (Articles 243\u2013243O) was inserted into the Constitution by the 73rd Amendment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">4. Article 243 to 243O of the Constitution deals with:<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Urban Local Government<br>b) Panchayati Raj Institutions<br>c) Fundamental Rights<br>d) Emergency Provisions<br><strong>Answer: b) Panchayati Raj Institutions<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Articles 243\u2013243O specifically deal with PRIs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">5. Which Article provides for the Gram Sabha?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243B<br>b) Article 243A<br>c) Article 243C<br>d) Article 243D<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243A<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Gram Sabha is mentioned under Article 243A of the Constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">6. Which is the only state where Panchayati Raj provisions of Part IX are not applicable?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Jammu &amp; Kashmir (before 2019)<br>b) Nagaland<br>c) Mizoram<br>d) Both b and c<br><strong>Answer: d) Both b and c<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Part IX does not apply to Nagaland, Mizoram, and certain other tribal areas under Sixth Schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">7. The term of Panchayats is fixed at:<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 4 years<br>b) 5 years<br>c) 6 years<br>d) 3 years<br><strong>Answer: b) 5 years<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> As per Article 243E, Panchayats have a 5-year term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">8. Which committee first recommended Panchayati Raj in India?<\/mark><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Ashok Mehta Committee<br>b) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<br>c) G.V.K. Rao Committee<br>d) L.M. Singhvi Committee<br><strong>Answer: b) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In 1957, the Balwant Rai Mehta Committee recommended the three-tier Panchayati Raj system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">9. Which committee recommended constitutional recognition for Panchayati Raj?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Ashok Mehta Committee<br>b) L.M. Singhvi Committee<br>c) G.V.K. Rao Committee<br>d) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<br><strong>Answer: b) L.M. Singhvi Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>In 1986, the Singhvi Committee recommended constitutional status for PRIs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">10. Which of the following is not a compulsory provision under the 73rd Amendment?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Establishment of State Election Commission<br>b) Establishment of State Finance Commission<br>c) Reservation for SCs, STs, and Women<br>d) Reservation for OBCs<br><strong>Answer: d) Reservation for OBCs<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Reservation for OBCs is voluntary, not compulsory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">11. Which level of Panchayati Raj is considered the &#8220;grassroot&#8221; level?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Zila Parishad<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Gram Panchayat<br>d) Nyaya Panchayat<br><strong>Answer: c) Gram Panchayat<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Gram Panchayat is at the village level, the grassroots of democracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">12. Which Article provides for reservation of seats for SCs, STs, and women in Panchayats?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243D<br>b) Article 243C<br>c) Article 243E<br>d) Article 243F<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243D<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243D ensures reservation for SCs, STs, and women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">13. What percentage of seats are reserved for women in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) 25%<br>b) 33%<br>c) 40%<br>d) 50%<br><strong>Answer: b) 33%<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>73rd Amendment mandated one-third reservation for women. Some states increased it to 50%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">14. Which Article provides for the State Election Commission?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243K<br>b) Article 243M<br>c) Article 243I<br>d) Article 243N<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243K<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243K deals with State Election Commission for Panchayat elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">15. Which Article provides for the State Finance Commission?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243H<br>b) Article 243I<br>c) Article 243K<br>d) Article 243J<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243I<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243I establishes the State Finance Commission every five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">16. The minimum age to contest elections for Panchayat membership is:<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 18 years<br>b) 21 years<br>c) 25 years<br>d) 30 years<br><strong>Answer: b) 21 years<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243F fixes 21 years as the minimum age for Panchayat elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">17. Who is the constitutional authority to conduct Panchayat elections?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Election Commission of India<br>b) State Election Commission<br>c) State Government<br>d) President of India<br><strong>Answer: b) State Election Commission<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243K gives power to State Election Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">18. Which is the apex body of the three-tier Panchayati Raj system?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) Nyaya Panchayat<br><strong>Answer: c) Zila Parishad<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Zila Parishad operates at the district level and is the apex body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">19. Which Article provides for District Planning Committee (DPC)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243ZB<br>b) Article 243ZD<br>c) Article 243ZE<br>d) Article 243ZF<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243ZD<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243ZD mandates setting up DPC for district planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">20. Panchayati Raj was first introduced in India in which state?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Rajasthan<br>b) Maharashtra<br>c) Andhra Pradesh<br>d) Uttar Pradesh<br><strong>Answer: a) Rajasthan<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Rajasthan was the first state to introduce Panchayati Raj in 1959.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">21. In which district of Rajasthan was Panchayati Raj inaugurated in 1959?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Jaipur<br>b) Ajmer<br>c) Nagaur<br>d) Jodhpur<br><strong>Answer: c) Nagaur<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The system was inaugurated on 2nd October 1959 in Nagaur district.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">22. Who inaugurated the Panchayati Raj system in India?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Rajendra Prasad<br>b) Jawaharlal Nehru<br>c) Sardar Patel<br>d) Lal Bahadur Shastri<br><strong>Answer: b) Jawaharlal Nehru<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Nehru inaugurated Panchayati Raj at Nagaur in 1959.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">23. The institution of Panchayati Raj finds mention in which part of the Constitution before 73rd Amendment?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Fundamental Rights<br>b) Directive Principles of State Policy<br>c) Preamble<br>d) Fundamental Duties<br><strong>Answer: b) Directive Principles of State Policy<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 40 (DPSP) directs states to organize village panchayats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">24. Which Article provides for continuation of existing laws relating to Panchayats until new laws are made?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243N<br>b) Article 243M<br>c) Article 243O<br>d) Article 243F<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243N<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243N ensures continuity of laws relating to Panchayats until amended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">25. Which Article bars interference of courts in Panchayat matters?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243I<br>b) Article 243O<br>c) Article 243K<br>d) Article 243N<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243O<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243O bars courts from interfering in matters of Panchayat elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">26. Which Schedule of the Constitution lists the 29 functional items of Panchayats?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) 9th Schedule<br>b) 10th Schedule<br>c) 11th Schedule<br>d) 12th Schedule<br><strong>Answer: c) 11th Schedule<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The 11th Schedule (added by the 73rd Amendment) lists 29 subjects that Panchayats may deal with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">27. Which Schedule relates to Urban Local Bodies (Municipalities)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) 9th Schedule<br>b) 10th Schedule<br>c) 11th Schedule<br>d) 12th Schedule<br><strong>Answer: d) 12th Schedule<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The 74th Amendment added the 12th Schedule containing 18 subjects for Municipalities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">28. Which of the following is NOT a tier of Panchayati Raj?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Village level (Gram Panchayat)<br>b) Block level (Panchayat Samiti)<br>c) District level (Zila Parishad)<br>d) State level Panchayat<br><strong>Answer: d) State level Panchayat<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Panchayati Raj is a three-tier system \u2013 Village, Block, and District; no state-level Panchayat exists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">29. Which Committee recommended a two-tier Panchayati Raj system instead of three-tier?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<br>b) Ashok Mehta Committee<br>c) L.M. Singhvi Committee<br>d) G.V.K. Rao Committee<br><strong>Answer: b) Ashok Mehta Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In 1977, the Ashok Mehta Committee recommended a two-tier system: Zila Parishad and Mandal Panchayat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">30. Which Constitutional body reviews the financial position of Panchayats every five years?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Finance Commission of India<br>b) State Finance Commission<br>c) State Election Commission<br>d) District Planning Committee<br><strong>Answer: b) State Finance Commission<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243I mandates a State Finance Commission every 5 years to review Panchayat finances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">31. Which body prepares a consolidated development plan for the district?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) District Planning Committee<br><strong>Answer: d) District Planning Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>As per Article 243ZD, DPC prepares district-level plans integrating Panchayat and Municipality plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">32. Which state first reserved 50% of seats for women in Panchayati Raj <\/mark>Institutions?<\/strong><br>a) Rajasthan<br>b) Bihar<br>c) Kerala<br>d) Madhya Pradesh<br><strong>Answer: b) Bihar<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Bihar was the first state (2006) to provide 50% reservation for women in PRIs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">33. Which level of Panchayati Raj acts as a link between Gram Panchayat and Zila Parishad?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Nyaya Panchayat<br>d) Taluk Panchayat<br><strong>Answer: b) Panchayat Samiti<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Panchayat Samiti functions at the Block level, linking village and district levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">34. How many members are nominated by the Governor in the State Finance Commission?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) 2<br>b) 3<br>c) 4<br>d) None<br><strong>Answer: d) None<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Members of State Finance Commission are appointed by the Governor, but no nomination power exists like Rajya Sabha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">35. Which of the following is NOT a function of Gram Sabha?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Approving village development plans<br>b) Auditing accounts of Gram Panchayat<br>c) Electing members of Gram Panchayat<br>d) Passing state laws<br><strong>Answer: d) Passing state laws<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Gram Sabha cannot pass state laws; it mainly approves plans and oversees Gram Panchayat work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">36. Which committee recommended &#8220;democratic decentralization&#8221;?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Ashok Mehta Committee<br>b) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<br>c) L.M. Singhvi Committee<br>d) Sarkaria Committee<br><strong>Answer: b) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Balwant Rai Mehta Committee (1957) emphasized democratic decentralization and people\u2019s participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">37. The Panchayati Raj system works on which principle?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Centralization<br>b) Decentralization<br>c) Delegation<br>d) Nationalization<br><strong>Answer: b) Decentralization<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Panchayati Raj is based on decentralization of power to local self-government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">38. Which Article deals with the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Panchayats?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243G<br>b) Article 243H<br>c) Article 243I<br>d) Article 243J<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243G<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243G defines the powers and responsibilities of Panchayats to prepare plans for economic development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">39. Which Article empowers Panchayats to levy and collect taxes?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243G<br>b) Article 243H<br>c) Article 243I<br>d) Article 243J<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243H<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243H authorizes State Legislatures to empower Panchayats to collect and levy taxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">40. Which Article provides for the composition of Panchayats<\/mark>?<\/strong><br>a) Article 243A<br>b) Article 243B<br>c) Article 243C<br>d) Article 243D<br><strong>Answer: c) Article 243C<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243C deals with the composition of Panchayats at different levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">41. Which Panchayati Raj body is directly elected by the people?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Gram Panchayat<br>c) Panchayat Samiti<br>d) Zila Parishad<br><strong>Answer: b) Gram Panchayat<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Members of Gram Panchayat are directly elected, while others may have indirect elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">42. Who presides over the meetings of Gram Sabha?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) District Collector<br>b) Sarpanch<br>c) Panchayat Secretary<br>d) Block Development Officer<br><strong>Answer: b) Sarpanch<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The elected head of Gram Panchayat, known as Sarpanch, presides over Gram Sabha meetings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">43. Which Article provides for the disqualification of members of Panchayats?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243E<br>b) Article 243F<br>c) Article 243G<br>d) Article 243H<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243F<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243F deals with disqualification of members on grounds similar to those of State Legislature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">44. Who decides disqualification of Panchayat members?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Election Commission of India<br>b) State Election Commission<br>c) Governor<br>d) State Legislature<br><strong>Answer: b) State Election Commission<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243F assigns this role to the State Election Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">45. Which committee suggested that Zila Parishad should be the pivot of the Panchayati Raj system?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<br>b) Ashok Mehta Committee<br>c) L.M. Singhvi Committee<br>d) G.V.K. Rao Committee<br><strong>Answer: d) G.V.K. Rao Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In 1985, G.V.K. Rao Committee recommended Zila Parishad as the principal body for planning and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">46. Which committee described Panchayati Raj as &#8220;local government&#8221;?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Ashok Mehta Committee<br>b) L.M. Singhvi Committee<br>c) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<br>d) Sarkaria Committee<br><strong>Answer: b) L.M. Singhvi Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Singhvi Committee (1986) called Panchayati Raj &#8220;local self-government&#8221; and pushed for constitutional status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">47. The State Election Commission consists of:<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Chief Election Commissioner only<br>b) State Election Commissioner only<br>c) State Election Commissioner and other members as prescribed<br>d) Governor<br><strong>Answer: c) State Election Commissioner and other members as prescribed<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243K allows State Legislature to decide composition, usually headed by State Election Commissioner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">48. Which Panchayati Raj body acts as the executive at the block level?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Panchayat<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) Gram Sabha<br><strong>Answer: b) Panchayat Samiti<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Panchayat Samiti functions as the executive authority at the block level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">49. The tenure of State Finance Commission is:<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 3 years<br>b) 4 years<br>c) 5 years<br>d) 6 years<br><strong>Answer: c) 5 years<br>Explanation:<\/strong> As per Article 243I, State Finance Commission is set up every 5 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">50. Which Article provides that a Panchayat cannot be dissolved before its tenure unless by law?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243E<br>b) Article 243F<br>c) Article 243G<br>d) Article 243H<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243E<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243E protects Panchayats\u2019 5-year tenure; premature dissolution requires law by State Legislature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">51. Which Article empowers the Governor to appoint a State Finance Commission?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243G<br>b) Article 243H<br>c) Article 243I<br>d) Article 243K<br><strong>Answer: c) Article 243I<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243I directs the Governor to set up a State Finance Commission every five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">52. Which Panchayati Raj body prepares plans for economic development at the village level?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Gram Panchayat<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) Panchayat Samiti<br><strong>Answer: b) Gram Panchayat<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243G empowers Gram Panchayats to prepare village-level plans for development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">53. How many subjects are listed in the Eleventh Schedule for Panchayats?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 18<br>b) 20<br>c) 25<br>d) 29<br><strong>Answer: d) 29<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The 11th Schedule lists 29 functional items for Panchayati Raj Institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">54. Which of the following is NOT included in the 11th Schedule?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Agriculture<br>b) Education<br>c) Police<br>d) Rural housing<br><strong>Answer: c) Police<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Police is a state subject but not listed in the 11th Schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">55. Which Panchayati Raj body is responsible for implementation of development programs at the block level?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Gram Panchayat<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) Gram Sabha<br><strong>Answer: b) Panchayat Samiti<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Panchayat Samiti is the executive authority for development works at the block\/intermediate level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">56. Which is the highest authority in the Panchayati Raj system?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) Gram Panchayat<br><strong>Answer: c) Zila Parishad<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Zila Parishad operates at the district level and is the apex body of Panchayati Raj.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">57. The first state in India to conduct Panchayat elections after the 73rd Amendment was:<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Rajasthan<br>b) Madhya Pradesh<br>c) Kerala<br>d) West Bengal<br><strong>Answer: a) Rajasthan<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Rajasthan was the first state to hold elections under the 73rd Amendment in 1994.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">58. Who determines the powers and functions of Panchayats?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Parliament<br>b) State Legislature<br>c) President of India<br>d) Governor<br><strong>Answer: b) State Legislature<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Under Article 243G, the State Legislature determines the powers of Panchayats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">59. Which Article deals with the duration of Panchayats?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243C<br>b) Article 243D<br>c) Article 243E<br>d) Article 243F<br><strong>Answer: c) Article 243E<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243E fixes the 5-year term of Panchayats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>60. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the reservation of seats in Panchayats?<\/strong><br><\/mark>a) Article 243D<br>b) Article 243C<br>c) Article 243F<br>d) Article 243G<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243D<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243D provides reservation for SCs, STs, and women in Panchayats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">61. Which of the following Panchayati Raj bodies is NOT directly elected?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Gram Panchayat<br>b) Zila Parishad<br>c) Panchayat Samiti<br>d) State Finance Commission<br><strong>Answer: d) State Finance Commission<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Members of Finance Commissions are appointed, not elected; others may have indirect\/direct elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">62. Which Article bars interference of courts in Panchayat elections?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243E<br>b) Article 243K<br>c) Article 243O<br>d) Article 243N<br><strong>Answer: c) Article 243O<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243O states that Panchayat elections cannot be challenged except by an election petition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>63. Who acts as the chairperson of the Zila Parishad?<br><\/strong><\/mark>a) Collector<br>b) Sarpanch<br>c) Elected representative<br>d) State Governor<br><strong>Answer: c) Elected representative<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Chairperson of the Zila Parishad is elected from among its members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">64. Which Article provides for Metropolitan Planning Committees?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243ZD<br>b) Article 243ZE<br>c) Article 243ZF<br>d) Article 243ZH<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243ZE<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243ZE provides for Metropolitan Planning Committees in metropolitan areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">65. Who is the ex-officio secretary of the Gram Panchayat?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Sarpanch<br>b) Panchayat Secretary<br>c) District Collector<br>d) Block Development Officer<br><strong>Answer: b) Panchayat Secretary<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Panchayat Secretary, appointed by the state government, is the ex-officio secretary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">66. Which Article provides for the Constitution of Gram Sabha?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243A<br>b) Article 243B<br>c) Article 243C<br>d) Article 243D<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243A<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243A provides for Gram Sabha at the village level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">67. The main source of income for Panchayats is:<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Land revenue<br>b) Taxes on houses and markets<br>c) Grants from the State Government<br>d) All of the above<br><strong>Answer: d) All of the above<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Panchayat funds come from taxes, grants-in-aid, and other sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">68. In which year was Panchayati Raj first introduced in Nagaur, Rajasthan?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 1952<br>b) 1957<br>c) 1959<br>d) 1962<br><strong>Answer: c) 1959<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Panchayati Raj was inaugurated on 2 October 1959 in Nagaur district.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">69. Who was the first chairman of the first Zila Parishad in India?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Mohan Lal Sukhadia<br>b) Jawaharlal Nehru<br>c) S.K. Dey<br>d) Sardar Patel<br><strong>Answer: a) Mohan Lal Sukhadia<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Mohan Lal Sukhadia, then Chief Minister of Rajasthan, chaired the first Zila Parishad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">70. Which committee emphasized that &#8220;development is impossible without people\u2019s participation&#8221;?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<br>b) Ashok Mehta Committee<br>c) G.V.K. Rao Committee<br>d) L.M. Singhvi Committee<br><strong>Answer: a) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The committee emphasized that development requires grassroots participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">71. The tenure of Panchayats at any level can be extended by the State Legislature up to:<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 1 year<br>b) 2 years<br>c) 3 years<br>d) 6 months<br><strong>Answer: a) 1 year<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>In case of dissolution, elections must be held within 6 months; tenure may be extended by 1 year in emergencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">72. Which of the following Panchayati Raj bodies is primarily a planning body?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) District Planning Committee<br><strong>Answer: d) District Planning Committee<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>DPC prepares integrated plans for districts, combining Panchayat and Municipal plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">73. Which body reviews the distribution of finances between the State and Panchayats?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) State Election Commission<br>b) State Finance Commission<br>c) Comptroller and Auditor General<br>d) District Collector<br><strong>Answer: b) State Finance Commission<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>State Finance Commission decides revenue distribution between State and Panchayats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">74. Which part of the Indian Constitution contains provisions for Panchayati Raj?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Part VII<br>b) Part IX<br>c) Part X<br>d) Part XI<br><strong>Answer: b) Part IX<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Part IX (Articles 243\u2013243O) contains Panchayati Raj provisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">75. Who is called the father of Panchayati Raj in India?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Mahatma Gandhi<br>b) Jawaharlal Nehru<br>c) Balwant Rai Mehta<br>d) Sardar Patel<br><strong>Answer: c) Balwant Rai Mehta<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Balwant Rai Mehta is regarded as the father of Panchayati Raj due to his 1957 committee recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">76. Who described Panchayati Raj as the \u201cfoundation of India\u2019s political system\u201d?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Jawaharlal Nehru<br>b) Mahatma Gandhi<br>c) B.R. Ambedkar<br>d) Rajendra Prasad<br><strong>Answer: b) Mahatma Gandhi<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Gandhi advocated for Gram Swaraj and saw Panchayats as the foundation of democracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">77. Which Article gives the power of superintendence, direction, and control of Panchayat elections to the State Election Commission?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243K<br>b) Article 243I<br>c) Article 243D<br>d) Article 243N<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243K<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243K vests the State Election Commission with power over Panchayat elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">78. What is the minimum population required for a Gram Sabha?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 100<br>b) 200<br>c) 500<br>d) Varies by state law<br><strong>Answer: d) Varies by state law<br>Explanation: <\/strong>The Constitution leaves it to State Legislatures to determine Gram Sabha composition based on population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>79. Nyaya Panchayats are related to:<\/strong><br><\/mark>a) Education in villages<br>b) Health services<br>c) Settlement of disputes<br>d) Agricultural reforms<br><strong>Answer: c) Settlement of disputes<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Nyaya Panchayats provide inexpensive, speedy justice at the village level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">80. Which Article empowers the Legislature of a State to authorize a Panchayat to levy, collect, and appropriate taxes?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243E<br>b) Article 243H<br>c) Article 243I<br>d) Article 243J<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243H<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243H empowers Panchayats to levy and collect taxes as per state law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">81. Which level of Panchayat coordinates between Gram Panchayat and Zila Parishad?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Nyaya Panchayat<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Block Development Office<br>d) Gram Sabha<br><strong>Answer: b) Panchayat Samiti<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Panchayat Samiti (intermediate level) acts as a link between Gram Panchayat and Zila Parishad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">82. Which Amendment added Part IX to the Constitution?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 42nd<br>b) 52nd<br>c) 61st<br>d) 73rd<br><strong>Answer: d) 73rd<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The 73rd Constitutional Amendment (1992) added Part IX (Articles 243\u2013243O).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">83. The 73rd Amendment came into force on:<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) 15th August 1992<br>b) 26th January 1993<br>c) 24th April 1993<br>d) 1st May 1993<br><strong>Answer: c) 24th April 1993<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Panchayati Raj system under the 73rd Amendment became operational on 24th April 1993.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">84. Which Article provides for the Constitution of District Planning Committee (DPC)?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243ZD<br>b) Article 243ZE<br>c) Article 243ZF<br>d) Article 243ZH<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243ZD<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Article 243ZD mandates setting up DPCs to prepare district-level development plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>85. Which Article provides for reservation of chairpersons of Panchayats?<\/strong><\/mark><br>A)Article 243D<br>B)Article 243E<br>c)Article 243F<br>D)Article 243G<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243D<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243D provides for reservation of seats and offices of chairpersons in Panchayats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">86. The Panchayati Raj system is based on which principle of governance?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Unitary<br>b) Federal<br>c) Decentralization<br>d) Separation of powers<br><strong>Answer: c) Decentralization<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Panchayati Raj promotes democratic decentralization by giving power to local governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">87. Who prepares plans for economic development and social justice at the district level?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Gram Panchayat<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) Panchayat Samiti<br><strong>Answer: c) Zila Parishad<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Zila Parishads prepare district-level plans in line with state directives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">88. Which Article ensures the continuity of Panchayat laws until replaced by new ones?<br><\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 243N<br>b) Article 243K<br>c) Article 243F<br>d) Article 243O<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243N<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243N ensures existing Panchayat laws remain valid until amended or repealed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">89. How often is the State Finance Commission constituted?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Every 3 years<br>b) Every 4 years<br>c) Every 5 years<br>d) Every 6 years<br><strong>Answer: c) Every 5 years<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243I requires the Governor to set up a State Finance Commission every 5 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">90. Who is regarded as the father of Local Self-Government in India?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Lord Ripon<br>b) Lord Curzon<br>c) Mahatma Gandhi<br>d) Jawaharlal Nehru<br><strong>Answer: a) Lord Ripon<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Lord Ripon\u2019s 1882 Resolution on Local Self-Government earned him the title \u201cFather of Local Self-Government in India.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">91. Which Panchayat level has the power to supervise and coordinate all Panchayats in the district?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Panchayat<br>b) Panchayat Samiti<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) Gram Sabha<br><strong>Answer: c) Zila Parishad<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Zila Parishad is the supervisory and coordinating body of PRIs in the district.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">92. Which state is famous for its strong Panchayati Raj system called \u201cKerala Model\u201d?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Kerala<br>b) Karnataka<br>c) West Bengal<br>d) Tamil Nadu<br><strong>Answer: a) Kerala<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Kerala is known for its decentralized planning model and effective PRIs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">93. Which of the following is NOT a compulsory feature of the 73rd Amendment?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Three-tier system<br>c) Reservation for SC\/ST and women<br>d) Reservation for OBCs<br><strong>Answer: d) Reservation for OBCs<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Reservation for OBCs is optional, left to state legislatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">94. Which level of Panchayati Raj acts as an advisory body at the village level?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Gram Panchayat<br>c) Panchayat Samiti<br>d) Zila Parishad<br><strong>Answer: a) Gram Sabha<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Gram Sabha, consisting of registered voters, acts as an advisory and approving body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">95. Which Article provides for bar to interference by courts in Panchayat matters?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243E<br>b) Article 243O<br>c) Article 243N<br>d) Article 243K<br><strong>Answer: b) Article 243O<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243O prevents courts from interfering in Panchayat elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">96. Who conducts the audit of Panchayat accounts?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) State Finance Commission<br>b) Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)<br>c) Local Fund Audit Department \/ State Audit Agencies<br>d) District Collector<br><strong>Answer: c) Local Fund Audit Department \/ State Audit Agencies<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Panchayat accounts are audited by state-level audit agencies as per state laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">97. Which Article deals with the composition of District Planning Committees (DPCs)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Article 243ZD<br>b) Article 243ZE<br>c) Article 243ZF<br>d) Article 243ZH<br><strong>Answer: a) Article 243ZD<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243ZD specifies composition and functions of DPCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">98. Who decides the number of members in Gram Panchayat?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) President of India<br>b) State Legislature<br>c) Governor<br>d) State Election Commission<br><strong>Answer: b) State Legislature<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Article 243C allows State Legislature to decide composition of Panchayats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">99. Which level of Panchayati Raj is called the &#8220;Executive body&#8221; at village level?<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Gram Sabha<br>b) Gram Panchayat<br>c) Zila Parishad<br>d) Panchayat Samiti<br><strong>Answer: b) Gram Panchayat<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Gram Panchayat functions as the executive body of the Gram Sabha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">100. The success of Panchayati Raj mainly depends on:<\/mark><\/strong><br>a) Central Government<br>b) State Government<br>c) People\u2019s participation<br>d) Judiciary<br><strong>Answer: c) People\u2019s participation<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Panchayati Raj is a system of grassroots democracy, its effectiveness depends on active public participation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1. The Panchayati Raj System was given constitutional status by which amendment?a) 42nd Amendmentb) 44th Amendmentc) 73rd Amendmentd) 61st AmendmentAnswer: c) 73rd AmendmentExplanation: The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs). 2. 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