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⁠Which of the following is a consequence of decentralized planning?

AWeakening of local institutions

BIncreased corruption

CImproved transparency

DReduced accountability

Answer:

C. Improved transparency

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In the context of participatory planning as implemented in Kerala, consider the following statements Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. Gram Sabhas play a central role in identifying local development priorities at the grassroots level.
  2. Kerala's model emphasizes top-down planning, where state agencies provide fixed development plans for local implementation.
  3. The participatory planning campaign in Kerala has led to increased transparency and accountability in local governance.

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    1. The Gram Sabha is empowered to approve development plans and monitor their implementation at the village level.
    2. The Gram Sabha's role is limited to rural areas, with no equivalent body for urban regions
    3. Recommendations of the Gram Sabha are binding on the local Panchayat for development planning.
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      Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above are correct?

      1. According to Article 243D, one-third of the seats are reserved for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in every Panchayat.
      2. Not less than one-third of the total number of seats reserved for the SCs and STs in every Panchayat are reserved for women belonging to the Scheduled Castes, or as the case may be, the Scheduled Tribes
      3. Not less than one third of the total number of offices of charpersons in Panchayats at cach level are reserved for women.