The Kerala Panchayat Act, which allowed the formation of local bodies across the state, was passed in which year?

Which of these thinkers were prominent during or around the Victorian Age?

Which political group gained more importance during the Victorian period?

What major political event happened just before the Victorian period that affected the middle class?

When did the Victorian Age begin and end?

About how many local governments exist in Kerala under the decentralized model?

What does "devolution" mean in the context of Kerala’s governance?

The integration of district plans with which higher authority was considered essential for effective decentralized planning in the late 1980s?

What did the Working Group on District Planning emphasize as prerequisites for organizing district-level planning?

What major recommendation did the 1985 G.V.K. Rao Committee make regarding district planning?

What was the purpose of establishing a Working Group on District Planning in 1982?

During which period did the District Planning Phase occur in India?

Which constitutional amendment finally established district-level planning committees as part of decentralized planning?

What was emphasized by the Working Group on Block-Level Planning during the Special Programmes Phase?

Which among the following was not a target area-oriented special programme introduced during the Special Programmes Phase of decentralized planning?

The Gadgil Formula, which decentralized the allocation of central assistance for state plans, was introduced in which Five Year Plan?

What was the main recommendation of the Ashok Mehta Committee in 1977 concerning Panchayati Raj?

Which committee recommended the establishment of Panchayati Raj for decentralized planning? a) b) c) d)

In what year was the Community Development Programme (CDP), the first major step toward decentralized planning, started in India?

An error 2% in excess is made while measuring the side of a square. The percentage of error in the calculated area of the square is:

What is the main reason for adopting decentralized planning in India?

Assertion (A): The Quit India Movement, launched in 1942, was a spontaneous mass uprising.
Reason (R): On the eve of the movement, Gandhiji and all major Congress leaders were arrested, leaving the movement leaderless.

Consider the following statements regarding the State Finance Commission (SFC):
i. The SFC is a statutory body established by an Act of the State Legislature.
ii. It is constituted by the Governor of the state every five years.
iii. Its primary mandate is to review the financial position of Panchayats and Municipalities.

Which of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the features of the State Finance Commission's report:

1. The report is submitted to the Chief Minister for review before being sent to the Governor.

2. The report, when tabled in the legislature, must be accompanied by a document explaining the government's action on it.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding specific provisions for the SFC:

1. The provision that members may be appointed on a part-time basis offers flexibility in securing expert services.

2. The provision for re-appointment allows for continuity and utilization of acquired experience.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the core functions of the State Finance Commission:

1. Recommending the principles for sharing state taxes with Panchayats.

2. Determining the taxes and duties which may be assigned to Panchayats.

3. Conducting an annual audit of the State's Consolidated Fund.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the appointment and tenure of SFC members:

1. Members are appointed by the Governor of the state.

2. The tenure of each member is fixed at five years by the Constitution.

3. Every member is eligible for re-appointment after their term ends.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Read each of the following two statements: Assertion (A) and Reason (R) and indicate your answer using the codes given below:

Assertion (A): The recommendations of the State Finance Commission are not automatically binding on the state government.

Reason (R): The Constitution requires the Governor to lay the report before the legislature along with an 'explanatory memorandum' detailing the action taken, which implies the government has the discretion to accept, reject, or modify the recommendations.

Sales tax (now largely replaced by VAT or included in GST) is levied on which of the following?

Which of the following is a tax levied by the state on the registration of new or transferred vehicles?

What is the current approximate share (%) of states in the divisible central tax pool as recommended by the 15th Finance Commission?

Which among the following statements about GST is correct?

Which tax is generally levied by states on the sale and purchase of land and buildings?

After GST implementation, which of the following is the main item on which State excise duty is still levied?

Which of the following taxes is NOT considered States’ own tax revenue?

Which body recommends the formula for sharing central taxes with states?

What is the States' Share in Central Taxes?

Which of the following best defines the State Budget?

What is the goal of Skill Development and Micro-Enterprise Opportunities for older adults?

1. To provide training and support for older adults to remain economically active.
2. To encourage financial independence and active aging among seniors.
3. To phase out economic opportunities for the elderly.
4. These opportunities are limited to those under the age of 60.

Which of the following statements best describes the Vayomaithri Programme?

1. The Vayomaithri Programme is designed to make Kudumbashree more geriatric-friendly.
2. It focuses on the care and attention for Kerala's growing elderly population.
3. The programme aims to reduce the number of elderly people in Kerala.
4. Vayomaithri exclusively provides financial aid to all elderly residents.

Identify the correct statements regarding Elderly Neighbourhood Groups (NHGs).

1. Elderly Neighbourhood Groups (NHGs) aim to promote social interaction and mutual support among senior citizens.
2. NHGs discourage community engagement and focus solely on individual activities.
3. These groups are established to enhance the emotional well-being and community engagement of the elderly.
4. NHGs are a government-only initiative with no volunteer participation.

Which of the following statements accurately describes the Asraya Programme?

1. The Asraya Programme provides essential healthcare, food, and shelter to marginalized elderly individuals.
2. The Asraya Programme primarily focuses on providing advanced medical treatments to all elderly citizens.
3. The Asraya Programme aims to address the basic needs of the most vulnerable senior citizens.

Which of the following statements accurately describe the role of Local Governments in Kerala regarding elderly welfare?

1. Local Governments allocate 5% of their Development Fund for the welfare and palliative care of the elderly.
2. LG initiatives include making public institutions elder-friendly through measures like separate queues and ramps.
3. Major projects for the elderly implemented by LGs include Vayo clubs and old age homes.
4. Local Governments are solely responsible for funding and managing all old age homes in the state.

What are the operating hours of the ELDER LINE service?

What is the helpline number for senior citizens mentioned in the notes?

What is the primary purpose of ELDER LINE 14567?

Identify the false statement regarding the 'Second Innings Home Project'.

1. The project aims to improve the quality of life for senior citizens.
2. It was initially launched in the Kannur district.
3. The project intends to provide recreational opportunities for the elderly.
4. The initiative focuses solely on providing financial aid to senior citizens.

What are the key objectives of the 'Second Innings Home Project'?

1. To establish multi-service community age care centers.
2. To reduce the number of government old age homes.
3. To support caregivers and their families.
4. To conduct public awareness programs and social activities for elderly care.

Which of the following statements accurately describe the 'Second Innings Home Project'?

1. The project aims to transform existing government old age homes into comprehensive community care centers for the elderly.
2. The primary focus is on providing advanced medical treatments exclusively for senior citizens.
3. It seeks to enhance the quality of life for senior citizens by ensuring essential amenities such as housing, food, and healthcare.
4. The project was initially implemented in Thiruvananthapuram.

According to the ICMR study, what percentage of elderly individuals in Kerala are diabetic?

1. Approximately 80% of the elderly in Kerala are diabetic.
2. Only 19.4% of the elderly population in Kerala has diabetes.
3. The ICMR study did not provide data on the elderly diabetic population.
4. Around 50% of elderly individuals in Kerala are diabetic.