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Local Self- Governments

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Political Science

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Card 1Introduction to Local Self-Governments

What is Local Self-Government?

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Local Self-Government refers to institutions at the village and urban levels that manage local affairs independently. These include Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in rural areas and Municipal bodi

Card 2Types of Local Governments

Name the two main types of Local Self-Governments in India.

Answer

The two main types are: (1) Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in rural areas, and (2) Municipal Corporations, Municipal Councils, and Nagar Panchayats in urban areas.

Card 3Historical Background

What was the significance of Ripon's Resolution of 1882?

Answer

Ripon's Resolution of 1882 is considered the 'Magna Carta' of local self-government in India. It recommended the establishment of local bodies with elected members to manage local affairs, laying the

Card 4Historical Background

How did British rule affect village panchayats?

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During British rule, traditional village panchayats lost their powers. The British introduced new local bodies controlled by officials. Though some panchayats existed, they were under government contr

Card 5Post-Independence Reforms

What was the purpose of the Mehta Committee in 1957?

Answer

The Mehta Committee was formed to study how to link village panchayats with development programs like Community Development. It found that people were not involved in development work and recommended

Card 6Post-Independence Reforms

What were the key recommendations of the Balwant Rai Mehta Committee?

Answer

The committee recommended: (1) A three-tier Panchayati Raj system, (2) Real power and funds for panchayats, (3) Democratic elections, and (4) Making panchayats responsible for development work like ag

Card 7Structure of Panchayati Raj

What is the three-tier system of Panchayati Raj?

Answer

The three-tier system includes: (1) Gram Panchayat at village level, (2) Panchayat Samiti at block level, and (3) Zila Parishad at district level. This structure ensures local governance at different

Card 8Post-Independence Reforms

Why was the Ashok Mehta Committee formed?

Answer

The Ashok Mehta Committee was formed in the 1970s to review why Panchayati Raj was not working well. It found that panchayats lacked power, funds, and regular elections, and recommended reforms to str

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