Question

Identify the correct answer for the Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994.
1. Chapter XVIII deals with 'Property, Finance and Taxation'
2. Chapter XVIII deals with 'Conduct of Business'
3. Chapter XVIII deals with 'Zila Parishad'
4. Chapter XVIII deals with 'Supervision of Zila Parishad'

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Chapter XVIII deals with 'Supervision of Zila Parishad'

The correct answer is Chapter XVIII deals with 'Supervision of Zila Parishad.

• Supervision of Zila Parishad comes under Chapter XVIII in Haryana Panchayat Raj Act, 1994.
• The Zila Parishad supervises the activities of a Panchayat Samitis and Gram Panchayats. It coordinates the developmental plans prepared by the Panchayat Samitis in the District.

• Some important powers and responsibilities of Zila Parishad:
  • Zila Parishad has the duty to inspect the relevant records pertaining to such works or development schemes in the manner prescribed.
  • The scope of such inspection may cover technical aspects including feasibility, an economic liability, the technical quality of the work, and the expenditure being incurred.
  • The notes of inspections shall be forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer for appropriate action.
  • If at any time the Zila Parishad fails to comply with the orders under sub-section (1), the Government may appoint a person to perform it.
  • The expense of performance shall be paid by the defaulting Zila Parishad within such period as the Government may fix. 

• Supervisory functions of Zila Parishad are:
  • The Zila Parishad supervises the activities of a Panchayat Samitis and Gram Panchayats.
  • It coordinates the developmental plans prepared by the Panchayat Samitis in the District.