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3. Local Self-Government

Local Self-Government is key to administration at the grassroots level in a democratic framework, involving elected representatives and citizen participation in decision-making. It consists of various structures such as the Panchayati Raj System in rural areas and Urban Local Bodies in cities, each with distinct functions and sources of income. The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments have empowered local governance significantly.

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Local Self-Government

Local Self-Government empowers citizens to govern their local areas through elected representatives, fostering democracy at the grassroots level.

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3.1 Introduction

Local Self-Government empowers citizens to manage their local areas through elected representatives, ensuring democratic governance at the grassroots level.

3.2 Importance of Local Self-Government

Local Self-Government facilitates direct governance by citizens through elected representatives, promoting democracy and engagement in local affairs.

3.3 Types of Local Self-Government

This section introduces the two main types of local self-government: the Panchayati Raj System in rural areas and Urban Local Bodies in urban areas.

3.4 Panchayati Raj System (Rural Areas)

The Panchayati Raj System establishes a three-tier local self-government structure in rural areas to enhance democratic governance and local decision-making.

3.5 Urban Local Bodies

Urban Local Bodies are institutions that manage urban governance, aimed at providing efficient services and addressing local needs in towns and cities.

3.6 Functions of Local Bodies

Local bodies perform essential functions in civic services, health, education, welfare, and infrastructure.

3.7 Sources of Income

This section discusses the various sources of income for local self-governments.

3.8 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments

The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments were enacted in 1992 to empower local self-governance institutions by giving constitutional status to Panchayati Raj and Urban Local Bodies.

3.9 Summary

Local self-government is the governance approach where elected representatives manage local affairs, enhancing democracy and civic participation.

Learning Objectives

  • Local self-governments ensure democratic governance at the grassroots level.

  • The Panchayati Raj System includes three tiers: Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti, and

Key Concepts

Local SelfGovernment

Administration of local areas by elected representatives allowing citizen participation in governance.

Panchayati Raj System

A three-tier system of local governance in rural areas comprising Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti, and

Practice Exercises

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2

Estimated Time

4 min

Passing Score

70%

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