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What is the composition of the Block Development Committee in the Community Development Programme?

AOnly elected officials

BRepresentatives from panchayats, cooperatives, progressive farmers, social workers, and local MPs and MLAs

CGovernment officials only

DRepresentatives from the corporate sector

Answer:

B. Representatives from panchayats, cooperatives, progressive farmers, social workers, and local MPs and MLAs

Read Explanation:

  • The Block Development Committee consists of representatives from panchayats, cooperatives, progressive farmers, social workers, as well as Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from the area.

  • This diverse composition ensures that various community interests are represented in the development process at the block level.


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