Question 1

Which constitutional amendment acts gave constitutional status to rural and urban local governments in India?

Accepted Answer

The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts, passed in 1992, gave constitutional status to rural (Panchayati Raj) and urban (Municipalities) local governments in India respectively.

Question 2

In which year were the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts brought into force?

Accepted Answer

The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts came into force in the year 1993, specifically the 73rd amendment on April 24, 1993, and the 74th amendment on June 1, 1993.

Question 3

Which tier of the Panchayati Raj system is established at the block level?

Accepted Answer

The Panchayat Samiti (or Mandal / Block Panchayat) is established at the intermediate or block level, functioning between the Gram Panchayat at the village level and the Zilla Panchayat at the district level.

Question 4

What is the minimum age requirement for contesting elections to local government bodies in India?

Accepted Answer

According to the constitutional provisions, a person must have attained the age of 21 years to contest elections to local government bodies (Panchayats and Municipalities).

Question 5

Which constitutional amendment added the Eleventh Schedule to the Constitution of India?

Accepted Answer

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act added the Eleventh Schedule to the Constitution, which contains the 29 functional items within the purview of Panchayats.

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