Understanding Panchayati Raj

What is the lowest level of the Panchayati Raj system?

• Zila Parishad

• Block Panchayat

• Gram Panchayat

• Municipal Corporation

Who is the head of a Gram Panchayat?

• Sarpanch

• MLA

• Zila Parishad President

• Village Collector

How are members of the Gram Sabha chosen?

• Elected by the Panchayat

• Nominated by the Sarpanch

• All adults in the village

• Selected by the state government

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Panchayati Raj system?

• Maintaining village roads

• Providing free internet

• Managing water supply

• Organizing health services

How often does the Gram Sabha meet?

• Once a year

• Twice a year

• Every month

• Once in five years

The middle level of the Panchayati Raj system is called:

• Gram Sabha

• Block Panchayat

• Zila Parishad

• Municipal Council

Which level of the Panchayati Raj system works at the district level?

• Gram Panchayat

• Zila Parishad

• Block Panchayat

• Municipal Corporation

Who elects the members of a Gram Panchayat?

• Sarpanch

• MLA

• Gram Sabha

• State Governor

What is the main source of income for a Panchayat?

• Taxes on houses and shops

• Money from the United Nations

• Loans from the World Bank

• State Assembly funds

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Gram Panchayat?

• Conducting state elections

• Improving electricity supply in all cities

• Building roads in villages

• Deciding national policies