Question

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Panchayati Raj system in India as per the Constitution?

• A. Gram Panchayat
• B. Panchayat Samiti
• C. Zila Panchayat
• D. Gram Corporation

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Gram Corporation

• Gram Corporation is not a part of panchayatiraj system.

• Panchayat is the name of the local government system in India.

• The Panchayat system covers the village level (Gram Panchayat), clusters of villages (block Panchayat), and the district level (District Panchayat).

• Panchayati Raj is a form of government at the village level where each village is responsible for its own activities.

• The Amendment Act of 1992 contains a provision for passing the powers and responsibilities to the panchayat for the preparation of plans for economic development and social justice.