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The initial devolution of functions and staff to local governments was a major administrative milestone. This transfer of authority was initiated in:

A1985

B1995

C2005

D1990

Answer:

B. 1995

Read Explanation:

  • The transfer of powers, functions, institutions, and staff from state departments to local governments was initiated in October 1995.

  • This was a crucial step towards institutionalizing decentralized governance before the official launch of the PPC.


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