73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments

Description: This quiz tests your understanding of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in India, which introduced significant changes to the structure and functioning of local governments in the country.
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What is the primary objective of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment?

  1. To introduce a uniform system of local government across India

  2. To enhance the financial autonomy of local bodies

  3. To promote participatory democracy at the grassroots level

  4. To strengthen the role of state governments in local governance


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 73rd Amendment aimed to empower local communities by establishing a system of Panchayati Raj, which provides for the direct election of representatives at the village, block, and district levels.

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the 73rd Amendment?

  1. Article 243A

  2. Article 243B

  3. Article 243C

  4. Article 243D


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 243A of the Indian Constitution contains the provisions related to the 73rd Amendment, which introduced the Panchayati Raj system.

What is the minimum age requirement for contesting elections to the Panchayati Raj institutions?

  1. 18 years

  2. 21 years

  3. 25 years

  4. 30 years


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The minimum age requirement for contesting elections to the Panchayati Raj institutions is 21 years, as per the provisions of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment.

Which of the following is a mandatory reservation of seats in Panchayati Raj institutions?

  1. Reservation for women

  2. Reservation for Scheduled Castes

  3. Reservation for Scheduled Tribes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment mandates reservation of seats for women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes in Panchayati Raj institutions.

What is the term of office for elected representatives in Panchayati Raj institutions?

  1. 3 years

  2. 4 years

  3. 5 years

  4. 6 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The term of office for elected representatives in Panchayati Raj institutions is 5 years, as per the provisions of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment.

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the 74th Constitutional Amendment?

  1. Article 243E

  2. Article 243F

  3. Article 243G

  4. Article 243H


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Article 243G of the Indian Constitution contains the provisions related to the 74th Amendment, which introduced the system of urban local governments.

What is the primary objective of the 74th Constitutional Amendment?

  1. To introduce a uniform system of urban local government across India

  2. To enhance the financial autonomy of urban local bodies

  3. To promote participatory democracy in urban areas

  4. To strengthen the role of state governments in urban governance


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 74th Amendment aimed to empower urban communities by establishing a system of urban local governments, which provides for the direct election of representatives at the city, town, and ward levels.

Which of the following is a mandatory reservation of seats in urban local governments?

  1. Reservation for women

  2. Reservation for Scheduled Castes

  3. Reservation for Scheduled Tribes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 74th Constitutional Amendment mandates reservation of seats for women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes in urban local governments.

What is the term of office for elected representatives in urban local governments?

  1. 3 years

  2. 4 years

  3. 5 years

  4. 6 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The term of office for elected representatives in urban local governments is 5 years, as per the provisions of the 74th Constitutional Amendment.

Which of the following is a function of Panchayati Raj institutions?

  1. Construction and maintenance of roads

  2. Provision of primary education and healthcare

  3. Collection of taxes and fees

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Panchayati Raj institutions are responsible for a wide range of functions, including construction and maintenance of roads, provision of primary education and healthcare, collection of taxes and fees, and other developmental activities.

Which of the following is a function of urban local governments?

  1. Solid waste management

  2. Water supply and sanitation

  3. Urban planning and development

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban local governments are responsible for a wide range of functions, including solid waste management, water supply and sanitation, urban planning and development, and other civic services.

What is the role of the State Election Commission in the conduct of elections to Panchayati Raj institutions and urban local governments?

  1. To prepare electoral rolls

  2. To conduct elections and declare results

  3. To resolve disputes related to elections

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The State Election Commission is responsible for preparing electoral rolls, conducting elections and declaring results, and resolving disputes related to elections to Panchayati Raj institutions and urban local governments.

What is the role of the Finance Commission in relation to Panchayati Raj institutions and urban local governments?

  1. To recommend the distribution of funds between the Union and the States

  2. To recommend the distribution of funds between the States and the local governments

  3. To review the financial position of local governments and make recommendations

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Finance Commission is responsible for recommending the distribution of funds between the Union and the States, the distribution of funds between the States and the local governments, and reviewing the financial position of local governments and making recommendations.

What is the significance of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in the context of Indian democracy?

  1. They have strengthened the democratic foundations of the country

  2. They have promoted participatory democracy at the grassroots level

  3. They have enhanced the financial autonomy of local governments

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments have had a profound impact on Indian democracy by strengthening the democratic foundations of the country, promoting participatory democracy at the grassroots level, and enhancing the financial autonomy of local governments.

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