DPCs were introduced in India in 1990 as part of the 73rd Amendment to the Constitution.

DPCs are tasked with promoting economic development, improving social welfare, and ensuring environmental sustainability in their respective districts.

The Chairperson of the Zilla Parishad is the chairperson of the DPC in most states.

DPCs typically consist of 20 members, including elected representatives, government officials, and experts from various fields.

DPCs have a tenure of 5 years, coinciding with the term of the Zilla Parishad.

DPCs are responsible for preparing and approving the district plan, monitoring and evaluating its implementation, and coordinating with other government agencies and departments.

The District Collector is the chairperson of the DPC and presides over its meetings.

MPs are members of the DPC and play a role in representing the interests of the district in the Parliament, providing guidance on policy matters, and monitoring the implementation of the district plan.

The Chairperson of the Zilla Parishad is the chairperson of the DPC and presides over its meetings.

The District Magistrate is responsible for monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the district plan.

Experts in various fields are members of the DPC and provide technical expertise, advise on policy matters, and monitor the implementation of the district plan.

NGOs are members of the DPC and play a role in representing the interests of the marginalized communities, providing feedback on the district plan, and monitoring its implementation.

DPCs in India face challenges such as lack of financial resources, technical expertise, and coordination among different stakeholders.

The future prospects of DPCs in India include increased financial resources, improved technical expertise, and better coordination among different stakeholders.

DPCs in India are significant as they promote participatory planning, ensure that local needs are addressed, and foster accountability and transparency.