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Urban Local Self-Government — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 6 · History & Civics

What Urban Local Self-Government covers in ICSE Class 6 History & Civics: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Topics include Types of Urban Local Bodies.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 6 History & Civics · 2026-27

Topics in Urban Local Self-Government

1

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.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Urban Local Self-Government

Metropolitan CitiesMunicipalitiesMunicipal CorporationFunctions of Local BodiesSources of IncomeGovernance Structure

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What are the important topics in Urban Local Self-Government for ICSE Class 6 History & Civics?
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.
How should I revise Urban Local Self-Government for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 96 practice questions on Urban Local Self-Government. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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