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Local Self-Government — Revision Notes

ICSE · Class 12 · Political Science

Local Self-Government revision notes for ICSE Class 12 Political Science: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 12 Political Science syllabus.

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1. Need and Importance of Local Self-Government

  • Local bodies deal with local needs such as water supply, sanitation, lighting, education, medicine, and transport.
  • Local people understand local problems better and can make suitable arrangements.
  • Local self-government reduces the burden on central and state governments.
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2. Historical and Philosophical Support for Local Self-Government

  • Mahatma Gandhi supported village republics and Gram Swaraj.
  • Ananthasayanam Ayyangar supported training villages in self-government and autonomy.
  • K.M. Panikkar linked Lord Ripon’s reforms to the foundation of urban self-government in India.
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3. 73rd Constitutional Amendment and Panchayati Raj

  • The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act deals with rural local self-government and added Part IX to the Constitution.
  • It gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions.
  • Panchayati Raj has a three-tier structure: Village Panchayat at the base, Panchayat Samiti in the middle, and Zila Parishad at the top.
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4. Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat

  • Each village with a population of 200 or more has a Gram Sabha.
  • A Gram Sabha may also be formed for a cluster of villages with a smaller population.
  • It consists of all eligible voters in the area.

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Local selfLocal people understand their own needsPanchayati Raj is the rural systemGram Sabha is the baseGram Panchayat is the executive wing

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Local Self-Government for ICSE Class 12 Political Science?
Key topics in Local Self-Government include Need and Importance of Local Self-Government, Historical and Philosophical Support for Local Self-Government, 73rd Constitutional Amendment and Panchayati Raj, Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise Local Self-Government for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Local Self-Government. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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