Question

Which chapter of the Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994 deals with the 'Duties and Functions of Zila Parishad'?
1. Chapter XVI
2. Chapter IX
3. Chapter XII
4. Chapter X

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Chapter XVI

The correct answer is Chapter XVI.

 

• Chapter XVI is Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994 deals with the Duties and Functions of Zila Parishad.
• A Zila Parishad advises, supervises, and coordinates the functions of the Panchayat Samitis in the district.
• A Zila Parishad has the power to constitute such Committees as it may deem necessary for executing its functions.
• The three-tier system of the Panchayati raj are:
  • Gram Panchayat - In the village level.
  • Mandal Parishad or Block Samiti or Panchayat Samiti - In the block level.
  • Zila Parishad - In the district level. 
•  Zila Parishad has the following powers:
  • Give advice to Panchayat Samitis on its own motion or on the requirement of the Government or at the request of a Panchayat Samitis.
  • Coordinate and consolidate development plans prepared in respect of Panchayat Samitis.
  • Secure the execution of plans, project, schemes, or other works common to two or more Panchayat Samitis in the district.
  • Exercise and perform such other powers and functions in relation to any development program as the Government may, by notification, confer on or entrust to it.
  • Advise the Government on all matters relating to development activities and maintenance of services in the district.
  • Advice Government on the allocation work among Gram Panchayats and Panchayat Samitis and coordinate their work.
  • Examine and approve the budget of Panchayat Samitis in the manner laid down in section 102 of this Act.

Chapter	Details
Chapter IX	It describes the Executive authority and servants of the panchayat samitis.
Chapter XII	It says about Supervision.
Chapter X	It Says about the Duties and powers of Panchayat Samitis.