Panchayati Raj & 73rd Amendment — Set 12
Revenue & Panchayati Raj · पंचायती राज और 73वां संशोधन · Questions 111–120 of 200
What is the significance of taxation in revenue administration?
Correct Answer: B. Generate government revenue, fund public services, and support development programs
Taxation generates government revenue to fund public services like education, healthcare, infrastructure, and development initiatives that benefit the entire community.
What types of land are exempt from revenue assessment?
Correct Answer: B. Government institutions, temples, mosques, schools, and charitable properties
Properties dedicated to government institutions, religious places, educational institutions, and charitable purposes are exempt from revenue assessment and taxation.
What is the primary objective of Panchayat Finance and Budgeting?
Correct Answer: B. Allocate resources transparently, fund development, and ensure financial accountability
Panchayat budgeting ensures transparent resource allocation, funds local development priorities, and maintains financial accountability to the community.
What is a Revenue Block and its administrative purpose?
Correct Answer: B. Administrative unit below district level containing multiple villages for efficient revenue and services management
A Revenue Block is an administrative subdivision of a district containing multiple villages, managed by a Block Development Officer for coordinating revenue collection and public services.
What is the role of State Finance Commission in supporting Panchayats?
Correct Answer: B. Recommend financial grants, transfers, and fiscal policy to ensure sustainable panchayat functioning
The State Finance Commission recommends financial allocations and transfers to panchayats, ensuring adequate resources for local governance and development initiatives.
What is a Mandal or Tahsil in revenue administration?
Correct Answer: B. Administrative subdivision of a district for revenue administration and service delivery
A Mandal or Tahsil is an administrative subdivision of a district, served by a Mandal Officer or Tahsildar who oversees revenue collection and local governance.
What is the purpose of Developmental Programs managed by Panchayats?
Correct Answer: B. Improve rural infrastructure, education, health, and livelihood opportunities
Panchayats implement development programs in health, education, sanitation, water supply, rural roads, and livelihood initiatives to improve quality of rural life.
What are the major sources of revenue for Gram Panchayats?
Correct Answer: B. Property taxes, local fees, grants from state/central government, and revenue from common resources
Gram Panchayats generate revenue through property taxes, licensing fees, government grants, shared taxes, and income from community resources to fund local development.
What is the mechanism for resolving disputes between Panchayat members?
Correct Answer: B. Internal arbitration, gram sabha decisions, or referral to higher authorities
Panchayat disputes are resolved through internal conciliation committees, gram sabha discussions, and if necessary, referral to district administration or courts.
What is the significance of Gram Sabha resolutions in village governance?
Correct Answer: B. Binding authority for village development decisions and policy implementation
Gram Sabha resolutions have binding effect on panchayat decisions, ensuring community approval for major development projects and policy initiatives.