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74th Amendment Act of Indian Constitution deals with:

AConstitutional status to the Municipalities

BConstitutional status to the Panchayats

CAnti-Defection Act

DPresident’s rule in the States

Answer:

A. Constitutional status to the Municipalities

Read Explanation:

  • Urban Local Government Bodies (Municipalities, Municipal Corporations, Urban Panchayats) have been given constitutional status.

  • Their formation, structure, powers, responsibilities and election process have been clarified.

  • This helps in meeting local needs and ensuring development in urban areas.


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