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In which of the following situations can a state opt not to establish an intermediate level Panchayat as per the 73rd Amendment?

AWhen the state's total area is below 50,000 square kilometers

BIf the state's population is below 20 lakh

CIf the state legislature decides against it

DWhen the state has limited financial resources

Answer:

B. If the state's population is below 20 lakh

Read Explanation:

Article 243B provides that states with a population below 20 lakh are not required to have an intermediate level Panchayat, allowing for flexibility in smaller states.


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