Question

Which was NOT a reason for the decline of Panchayati Raj Institutions between 1960-70?
1. Dominance of the socially and economically strong groups
2. Absence of the literates in the villages
3. Improper transfer of funds
4. The government functionaries have no faith in these institutions

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Absence of the literates in the villages

The correct answer is the Absence of the literates in the villages.

• Reasons for the decline of Panchayati Raj Institutions between 19630-70 were:
• Decline and end of one-party-dominance of INC; the rise of regional parties and serious opposition.
• Political upheaval; Emergency in 1975-77.
• The dominance of the socially and economically strong groups.
• Improper transfer of funds.
• The government functionaries have no faith in these institutions.
• The absence of literates in the villages is not a reason for the decline of Panchayati Raj Institutions in India. Hence option 2 is the correct answer.

• 11th Schedule deals with the Power, authority, and responsibilities of Panchayats, 29 subjects over which the Panchayats have jurisdiction.
• 73rd Amendment Act of 1992:
  • The Act gives constitutional status to the Panchayati Raj institutions.
  • The Act has added a new Part IX and XI schedule to the constitution.
  • It is entitled “The Panchayats” and consists of provisions from Articles 243 to 243 (O).
  • It contains 29 functional items of the Panchayats and deals with Article 243 (G).
  • The Panchayati Raj system is for only those states having a population of more than 20 lakhs.
  • The tenure of every Panchayat should be 5 years.
  • The election of the new Panchayat should be held before the expiry of its tenure or within 6 months of its dissolution.