To promote economic development in rural areas

To provide basic services to rural communities

To empower local communities to participate in decision-making

All of the above

73rd Amendment

74th Amendment

86th Amendment

97th Amendment

Gram Panchayats, Panchayat Samitis, and Zila Parishads

Gram Panchayats, Block Panchayats, and District Panchayats

Village Councils, Block Councils, and District Councils

None of the above

Preparation of village plans and budgets

Implementation of development schemes

Collection of taxes and fees

All of the above

Coordination of development activities at the block level

Supervision of Gram Panchayats

Approval of village plans and budgets

All of the above

Preparation of district plans and budgets

Coordination of development activities at the district level

Supervision of Panchayat Samitis and Gram Panchayats

All of the above

Lack of financial resources

Lack of trained personnel

Political interference

All of the above

Increase financial allocation to Panchayati Raj institutions

Provide training to Panchayati Raj functionaries

Ensure political neutrality in Panchayati Raj elections

All of the above

Panchayati Raj institutions can play a crucial role in promoting local-level planning and implementation of sustainable development initiatives.

Panchayati Raj institutions can help in mobilizing local resources and ensuring community participation in sustainable development projects.

Panchayati Raj institutions can provide a platform for local communities to voice their concerns and priorities related to sustainable development.

All of the above

By ensuring the representation of marginalized communities in Panchayati Raj institutions.

By providing targeted support and capacity building to Panchayati Raj institutions in areas with a high concentration of marginalized communities.

By promoting the participation of marginalized communities in the planning and implementation of Panchayati Raj initiatives.

All of the above

The use of mobile technology to deliver public services and information to citizens.

The adoption of participatory budgeting processes to involve local communities in decision-making.

The establishment of community-led monitoring mechanisms to ensure accountability and transparency in the implementation of development projects.

All of the above

Panchayati Raj institutions can provide a platform for women to participate in decision-making and leadership roles.

Panchayati Raj institutions can play a role in addressing gender-based discrimination and promoting women's rights.

Panchayati Raj institutions can support initiatives aimed at improving women's access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.

All of the above

By integrating climate change and environmental considerations into Panchayati Raj planning and budgeting processes.

By promoting the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices and natural resource management techniques at the local level.

By supporting community-led initiatives for climate change adaptation and mitigation.

All of the above

Strengthening the financial autonomy of Panchayati Raj institutions.

Improving the capacity of Panchayati Raj functionaries through training and capacity building programs.

Promoting transparency and accountability in the functioning of Panchayati Raj institutions.

All of the above