Local Self Government

What does the Gram Panchayat represent?

• An assembly of elders

• Local self-government of a village

• District administration

• Urban governance

What is the minimum population required to form a Gram Panchayat?

• 200

• 300

• 500

• 1000

What is the head of the Gram Panchayat called?

• Mukhiya

• Sarpanch

• Pradhan

• Collector

What percentage of seats in Panchayats is reserved for women?

• 25%

• 33%

• 40%

• 50%

The Gram Sabha consists of which group of people?

• All adult members of the village

• Only the elected members

• Elders above 60 years

• Women and Scheduled Castes only

How often does the Gram Sabha meet?

• Once a year

• Twice a year

• Every month

• Quarterly

What is the primary role of the Gram Sabha?

• To collect taxes

• To discuss village issues and approve development schemes

• To monitor urban planning

• To elect state government officials

Which is the topmost level in the Panchayati Raj system?

• Gram Panchayat

• Block Samiti

• Zila Parishad

• Gram Sabha

What connects the state government and the Block Samiti?

• Gram Panchayat

• Zila Parishad

• Gram Sabha

• District Collector

Which of the following is not a source of income for the Gram Panchayat?

• Taxes on fairs

• Grants from Zila Parishad

• Income tax

• Fees for maintaining land records