Question

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

• A. Power to levy and collect income tax.
• B. Power to levy and collect local taxes.
• C. Power to issue currency.
• D. Power to create national laws.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Power to levy and collect local taxes.

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