Question

Under which Act is a Cantonment Board established?

• A. Cantonments Act of 1924
• B. Cantonments Act of 2006
• C. Municipal Corporation Act
• D. Panchayati Raj Act

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Cantonments Act of 2006

Cantonment Board

• Purpose: Municipal administration for civilian populations in Cantonment areas.

• Establishment: Under the Cantonments Act of 2006, by the Central Government.

• Composition:

• Elected Members: Serve for five years.

• Nominated Members: Ex-officio members.

• President: Commanding Military Officer.

• Vice-President: Elected by the elected members.

• Executive Officer: Appointed by the President of India.

• Functions: Similar to a Municipality, divided into Obligatory and Discretionary Functions.