Question

Which of the following is not a function of District Collector? 
1. Collection of revenue
2. Maintenance of Law and Order
3. Collection of Income Tax
4. Maintenance of Land record

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Collection of Income Tax

Collection of Income Tax is NOT correct.

• Among the options, only the Collection of Income Tax is NOT a function of the district collector.

• The District Collector is the district's highest-ranking revenue official.
• The district collector is a member of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS).
• District collector bears the responsibility of administering a district.
• The district collector is responsible for maintaining peace and order in the district, as well as issuing orders to prevent disorder and unrest.

• The main functions of District Collector are:
  • Supervise general administration.
  • Collect land revenue.
  • Maintain law and order in the district.
  • Maintenance of land records.
  • Providing relief work in case of emergencies like floods and famine.
  • Supervision of the working of the Panchayati Raj System.
• Land records are crucial for determining who is the legal owner of a piece of property.