Local Government: Panchayats and Municipalities: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Polity)
1 previous year UPSC Prelims question on Local Government: Panchayats and Municipalities (Polity). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
Explanations state facts as of the year each question was asked; words like “recently” refer to that year.
Showing 1–1 of 1 question
UPSC 1997Polity · Local Government: Panchayats and Municipalities
Q1. Which one of the following was not proposed by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment in the area of Panchayati Raj?
Explanation
While family planning was a key consideration for the 73rd Amendment, the specific provision stating that Panchayati Raj functionaries will be disqualified if they have more than two children was not part of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act. This provision was added later through state-level legislation in certain states, but it was not mandated by the 73rd Amendment itself. The one-third reservation for women at all levels of Panchayati Raj bodies is a key provision in the 73rd Constitution Amendment Act. The formation of State Finance Commissions to allocate resources to Panchayats is also a provision under the 73rd Constitution Amendment Act. The requirement to hold elections within six months of dissolution or superseding is part of the 73rd Amendment, ensuring that elected bodies are not left vacant for long periods.
Answer key for these questions
Q
UPSC year
Correct answer
1
1997
(c) The Panchayati Raj functionaries will be disqualified to hold their offices if they have more than two children
Frequently asked questions
How many previous year UPSC questions are there on Local Government: Panchayats and Municipalities?
This page covers 1 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Local Government: Panchayats and Municipalities (Polity), asked from 1996 to 2025. 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 Local Government: Panchayats and Municipalities?
Questions on Local Government: Panchayats and Municipalities (Polity) are available for 16 years, from 1996 to 2025. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
