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Which of the following powers was enhanced for Panchayats as a result of the Kerala Panchayat Raj (Amendment) Act, 1999?

APower to levy and collect income tax.

BPower to levy and collect local taxes.

CPower to issue currency.

DPower to create national laws.

Answer:

B. Power to levy and collect local taxes.

Read Explanation:

The 1999 amendment granted Panchayats increased powers to levy and collect local taxes, enabling them to generate more revenue for development projects.


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