Constitutional Amendment: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Polity)
This page lists 1 previous year UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination (General Studies Paper-I) question on Constitutional Amendment (Polity). Choose an option to see the correct answer and the full explanation on the same page.
Explanations state facts as they stood in the year each question was asked, so words like “recently” or “currently” refer to that year, not today. For the present position, check the latest Current Affairs.
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UPSC 2000Polity · Constitutional Amendment
Q1. The 73rd Constitution Amendment Act, 1992 refers to the:
Explanation
The 73rd Constitution Amendment Act of 1992, commonly referred to as the Panchayati Raj Act, was a landmark legislation aimed at empowering local self-governance in India, especially at the grassroots level. Institutions were created to function at three levels: village, intermediate (block), and district levels, with the goal of decentralizing power and fostering local self-governance. It sought to ensure effective economic and social development through empowered local bodies. The Act aimed to empower rural areas by providing constitutional status to Panchayats, enhancing their role in local governance, economic development, and social justice.
Answer key for these questions
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2000
(c) laying the foundation for strong and vibrant Panchayati Raj institutions in the country.
Frequently asked questions
How many previous year UPSC questions are there on Constitutional Amendment?
This page covers 1 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Constitutional Amendment (Polity), asked between 2000 to 2024. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
How should I use previous year UPSC questions for Prelims?
Attempt each question first, then open the answer and read the explanation for every option. Repeat by chapter, and track which statements UPSC reuses across years. Previous year questions show the exam pattern and difficulty level.
Which years are covered for Constitutional Amendment?
Questions on Constitutional Amendment (Polity) are available for 13 years, from 2000 to 2024. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
