The District Planning Committee (DPC) is responsible for:

A key innovation of the People's Plan Campaign was the use of:

The introduction of a separate budget document exclusively for Local Self-Governments (LSGs) was a key milestone in:

What is the status of women's participation in Local Self Governments (LSGs) in Kerala?

1. Women's participation in Kerala's LSGs is below the all-India average.
2. Half of the positions in elected LSG bodies in Kerala are reserved for women.
3. In the 2020 LSG elections, women constituted a majority of the elected representatives.
4. The representation of women in Kerala's LSGs has been stagnant over the years.

The concept of 'democratic decentralization' in Kerala can be traced back to which political milestone, even before the constitutional amendments?

Which of the following sectors was given a mandatory minimum allocation of plan funds in the People's Plan Campaign?

Analyze the trends in women's voter participation and representation in Kerala.

1. Women voter turnout in Lok Sabha elections in Kerala has shown a declining trend over the years.
2. Kerala's women voter participation rate in Lok Sabha elections is lower than the national average.
3. There has been an increase in the percentage of women voters participating in Lok Sabha elections since 1962.
4. The participation of women voters in Kerala is significantly higher than the all-India average.

Which of the following statements accurately reflect women's participation in decision-making in Kerala?

1. A significant majority of women in the 30-39 age group actively participate in household decision-making.
2. Women's involvement in decision-making processes is lower among employed women compared to unemployed women.
3. Higher levels of education correlate with increased participation in decision-making for women.
4. Women's participation in decision-making decreases with an increase in their years of schooling.

The first step in Kerala's decentralized planning cycle, where the "felt needs" of the local community are identified, is conducted at the:

What was the name of the legislative act that gave constitutional status to urban local bodies in India?

A significant achievement of Kerala's decentralized planning model is its contribution to:

Which of the following is NOT one of the three tiers of local self-government in Kerala's decentralized system?

Who appoints the Central Vigilance Commissioner ?

What was the primary goal of the "voluntary technical corps" or "resource persons" in the People's Plan Campaign?

The Kerala Panchayat Raj Act was passed in which year to align with the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act?

The "Poverty Eradication Mission," which works closely with local governments to empower women and reduce poverty, is known by what name?

Which institution, established under the 73rd and 74th Amendments, is responsible for reviewing the financial position of local self-governments and making recommendations?

The "Women Component Plan," which mandated a specific percentage of funds for women's development programs, was a significant feature of which Five-Year Plan in Kerala?

Which of the following was a key criticism of Kerala's decentralized planning model, particularly in its early stages?

The formation of 'Task Forces' at the local body level during the PPC was for what purpose?

The Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA) played a key role in the decentralized planning process by:

What was one of the major sectors where the decentralized planning model in Kerala showed significant achievements, particularly in improving infrastructure and service delivery?

The initial devolution of functions and staff to local governments was a major administrative milestone. This transfer of authority was initiated in:

The primary purpose of the 'Development Seminars' in the PPC was to:

Who is often credited with conceptualizing and leading the People's Plan Campaign in Kerala?

The most crucial body for ensuring direct people's participation at the grassroots level in Kerala's decentralized planning process is the:

What percentage of the state's plan funds was a key feature of the People's Plan Campaign's initial devolution to local governments?

The landmark initiative in Kerala for decentralized planning, launched in 1996, is widely known as:

Which constitutional amendments are considered the legal foundation for decentralized planning in India, including Kerala's initiatives?

Which of the following are the functional items in the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution? Select the correct code from below:

1. Conventional Energy
2. Public Distribution System
3. Small Scale Industries
4. Mining
5. Fisheries

Which is/ are true regarding Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 ?

1. It aims to safeguard and preserve the customs of tribals.
2. It aims to wake Gramsabha the nuclear of all activities.
3. It is applicable to nine states with scheduled areas.
4. Only two states have enacted legislation complaint with PESA provisions.

Match the following.

Peter Drucker	Representative Bureaucracy
Robert R. Blake and J. S. Mouton	Guardian Bureaucracy
Donald J. Kingsley	Knowledge Worker
F. M. Marx	Situational Theory of Leadership.

In India, in case of public nuisance, persons can approach

1. The Supreme Court under Article 32 of the Constitution of India

2. The High Court under Article 226 of the Constitution of India

3. The District Magistrate under Section 133 of the Code of Criminal Procedure

4. The Court under Section 92 of the Code of Civil Procedure

The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986

1. Prohibits all kinds of employment of children below the age of eighteen.

2. Prohibits all kinds of employment of female children below the age of eighteen.

3. Regulates employment of children above the age of fourteen in some kinds of employment.

4. Defines a 'child' to be a person who has not completed the age of eighteen years.

Which statement incorrectly characterizes the economic challenges of e-governance in India?

1. High implementation and maintenance costs are a significant economic challenge for India's e-governance initiatives.
2. Lack of political interest is never a factor in funding e-governance projects.
3. The immediate visibility of return on investment simplifies the budgeting process for e-governance.
4. The substantial investment required for IT infrastructure is a key component of initial setup costs.

Assess the accuracy of the following statements regarding the financial aspects of e-governance.

1. The initial setup of e-governance requires a substantial financial commitment.
2. Ongoing operational and maintenance costs are typically low and do not require significant budgetary allocation.
3. The return on investment for e-governance is often not immediately visible, impacting the ease of securing funding.
4. E-governance projects are generally inexpensive to implement and maintain.

What are the key economic considerations for the sustainability of e-governance?

1. Sustainability requires e-governance to be affordable, ensuring a good balance between costs and benefits.
2. Significant ongoing expenses for maintenance and upgrades are not a major factor.
3. The initial investment is the only major economic concern; subsequent costs are negligible.
4. Political willingness to fund projects with long-term, rather than immediate, payoffs is essential.

Identify the false statement regarding the economic aspects of e-governance implementation.

1. Securing sufficient budget for e-governance is often straightforward due to the immediate and obvious returns on investment.
2. Developing countries like India face particular economic difficulties in affording large-scale e-governance initiatives.
3. The cost-effectiveness of e-governance hinges on achieving a favorable cost-to-benefit ratio.
4. Ongoing operational costs for e-governance systems are generally low.

Which of the following statements accurately describes the economic challenges associated with e-governance projects?

1. The high cost of implementation and maintenance is a primary economic hurdle for e-governance, particularly in developing nations.
2. E-governance projects require significant upfront investment in IT infrastructure, equipment, and personnel training.
3. Ongoing expenses for e-governance are minimal after the initial setup, with little need for maintenance or upgrades.
4. A lack of political interest can hinder funding for e-governance projects due to the delayed visibility of their return on investment.

The principles of legitimate expectation is based on

1. Natural Justice and Fairness

2. Human Rights and Morality

3. Authority and Entitlement

4. Overriding Public Interest

For e-governance to be sustainable, what condition must be met regarding its cost?

Why might it be difficult to secure the necessary budget for e-governance projects due to political factors?

Besides initial setup, what other types of expenses are associated with e-governance projects?

Which of the following is part of the significant investment required for the initial setup of e-governance projects?

What is a major economic challenge for implementing and maintaining e-governance projects, particularly in a developing country like India?

What is the primary consequence of a lack of public awareness regarding e-governance?

1. E-governance projects fail to reach their full potential.
2. Public adoption of e-governance services increases significantly.
3. Citizens become more efficient in interacting with the government.
4. Awareness of online government services grows substantially.

Identify the reasons why people might not be utilizing e-governance services effectively.

1. They may not know what services are available online.
2. They are unaware of how these services can save them time and money.
3. They understand the benefits and how to interact efficiently with the government online.
4. The government provides extensive training for all citizens.

Which amongst the following Amendments of the Indian Constitution led to the inclusion of a New Article 21-A that made free and compulsory education to all children of 6-14 years of age as a Fundamental Right?

Which of the following is a major challenge for the successful implementation of e-governance?

1. Widespread lack of awareness among the general population about e-governance services.
2. People are fully aware of all available online services and their benefits.
3. E-governance projects are always adopted quickly without any barriers.

A decision will be said to be unreasonable in the sense of the Wednesbury principle if : Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1. It is based on wholly irrelevant material or wholly irrelevant consideration
2. It has ignored a very relevant material which it should have taken into consideration
3. It is so absurd that no sensible person could ever have reached it