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Which of the following is a major goal of the local level development planning process?

ACentralization of authority

BEnsuring local participation in decision-making

CReducing the role of local governance bodies

DPromoting privatization of all local services

Answer:

B. Ensuring local participation in decision-making

Read Explanation:

Local Development Periodic Plan Formulation Process:

  1. Preparation Meeting for Formulation

    Initial meeting to set up the process for creating the periodic plan.

  2. Information Collection

    Gathering updated data and information to develop a comprehensive profile of the local level.

  3. Profile Analysis and Write-Up

    Analyzing and documenting the local profile based on the collected information.

  4. Formation of Subject-Wise Committees

    Establishing committees focused on specific subjects to handle targeted tasks.

  5. Plan Formulation Workshop

    Conducting a workshop to facilitate collaboration and guidance for the planning process.

  6. Subject-Wise Periodic Plan Formulation

    Each committee develops a detailed periodic plan for its specific area of focus.

  7. Integrated Plan Document Creation

    Compiling and integrating the subject-wise plans into a single, cohesive document.

  8. Acceptance and Dissemination

    Final plan is approved and distributed for implementation.


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