4.5 - Powers and Functions
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What is a Gram Panchayat?
💡 Hint: Think of the smallest unit of local government.
Name one function of municipalities.
💡 Hint: Consider what cities need for organization.
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What is the highest tier of the Panchayati Raj system?
💡 Hint: Think about the district level.
Are Municipalities responsible for rural governance?
💡 Hint: Consider where urban issues arise.
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Propose a plan to improve financial transparency in local self-governments to combat corruption.
💡 Hint: What mechanisms increase scrutability?
Design a training program for elected representatives of Panchayats to enhance their administrative skills.
💡 Hint: Consider what skills they need to perform better.
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