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Urban Local Self-Government — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 6 · History & Civics
Urban Local Self-Government revision notes for ICSE Class 6 History & Civics: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 6 History & Civics syllabus.
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Key Topics to Revise
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Types of Urban Local Bodies
- There are two main types of urban local bodies: Municipalities and Municipal Corporations.
- Municipalities are for smaller towns with a population up to 3 lakh.
- Municipal Corporations are for big cities with a population of more than 10 lakh (metropolitan cities).
2
Structure and Elections
- Cities are divided into wards for elections.
- Each ward elects a representative called a Councillor.
- Councillors are elected by people who are 18 years and above and live in the city.
3
Functions of Urban Local Bodies
- Urban local bodies perform both compulsory and optional functions.
- Compulsory functions include public health, sanitation, water supply, roads, and education.
- Optional functions include parks, zoos, museums, and public transport.
4
Sources of Income
- Urban local bodies earn money through various taxes and grants.
- Main sources include House Tax, Water Tax, Octroi Duty, Profession Tax, and Entertainment Tax.
- They also earn rent from municipal properties like markets and shops.
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Key topics in Urban Local Self-Government include Types of Urban Local Bodies, Structure and Elections, Functions of Urban Local Bodies, Sources of Income. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
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