Question

Which one of the following committees on Panchayati Raj suggested a constitutional amendment to ensure Panchayati Raj institutions?

1. Hanumantha Rao committee (1983)
2. L. M. Singhvi committee (1986)
3. G. V. K. Rao committee (1985)
4. P. K. Thungan committee (1989)

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : L. M. Singhvi committee (1986)

The correct answer is L. M. Singhvi Committee (1986).

• L. M. Singhvi Committee (1986)​:
  • ​In 1986, the Rajiv Gandhi government appointed a committee to prepare a concept paper on ‘Revitalisation of Panchayati Raj Institutions for Democracy and Development’ under the chairmanship of L.M. Singhvi.
  • It made the following recommendations:
    • ​The Panchayati Raj institutions should be constitutionally
      recognised, protected and preserved.
    • For this purpose, a new chapter should be added to the Constitution of India.
    • This will make their identity and integrity reasonably and substantially inviolate.
    • It also suggested constitutional provisions to ensure regular, free and fair elections to the Panchayati Raj bodies.