Question

What is the constitutional role of the District Planning Committees (DPCs) in decentralized planning?

• A. To centralize all decision-making at the district level
• B. To prepare development plans by involving people from village and town panchayats
• C. To only implement plans formulated by the state government
• D. To replace state planning boards entirely

Answer 1

Answer:

B. To prepare development plans by involving people from village and town panchayats

The District Planning Committees (DPCs) are constitutionally mandated bodies under Article 243ZD. Their role is to involve people from village panchayats and town panchayats in the preparation of district-level development plans, ensuring that the planning process is participatory and takes into account local needs and priorities.