Question

The District Planning Committee (DPC) plays a significant role in decentralized planning in India. Consider the following statements

1. 1. The DPC consolidates plans prepared by local Panchayats and Municipalities into a unified district plan.
2. 2. The composition of the DPC includes elected representatives from both rural and urban areas.
3. 3. The DPC operates autonomously and does not require the approval of state government agencies for plan implementation

• A. i, ii
• B. None of these
• C. i only
• D. All

Answer 1

Answer:

A. i, ii

A District Planning Committee (DPC) is a statutory body in India formed to prepare a comprehensive district development plan, integrating the plans of urban and rural local bodies to promote coordinated and sustainable development within the district.