Q731. Find the odd one out among the following functional items in the context of the Eleventh Schedule:
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Q732. The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, which gave constitutional status to municipalities, came into force on:
Explanation
The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, which provides a constitutional framework for municipalities, was enacted in 1992. It officially came into force on June 1, 1993. This Act granted constitutional status to urban local bodies, ensuring they function as effective institutions of self-government through regular elections, financial devolution, and the performance of specific urban planning and development functions.
Q733. Match List-I (Type of Urban Area) with List-II (Type of Urban Local Body):
| Type of Urban Area | Type of Urban Local Body |
|---|---|
| A. Transitional area | i. Municipal Corporation |
| B. Smaller urban area | ii. Municipal Council |
| C. Larger urban area | iii. Nagar Panchayat |
| D. Industrial township | iv. Industrial Establishment Authority |
Explanation
Transitional areas between rural and urban settings are managed by Nagar Panchayats. Smaller urban areas are governed by Municipal Councils, while large urban centers fall under the jurisdiction of Municipal Corporations. Industrial townships may be governed by specific Industrial Establishment Authorities, excluding them from certain municipal provisions to focus on the industrial and administrative needs of the area.
Q734. Consider the following statements regarding the 74th Constitutional Amendment:
I. It added Part IXA to the Constitution.
II. It introduced the Twelfth Schedule containing 18 functional items.
III. It completely exempts cantonment boards from any central legislation.
IV. It mandates the constitution of Wards Committees in municipalities with a population of three lakhs or more.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It added Part IXA to the Constitution.
II. It introduced the Twelfth Schedule containing 18 functional items.
III. It completely exempts cantonment boards from any central legislation.
IV. It mandates the constitution of Wards Committees in municipalities with a population of three lakhs or more.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The 74th Amendment Act added Part IXA and the Twelfth Schedule to the Constitution, identifying eighteen functional items for municipalities. It also mandates the creation of Wards Committees in municipalities with a population of three lakhs or more. While it structures urban governance, cantonment boards remain under central legislation, as they are governed by the Ministry of Defence.
Q735. Read the following statements regarding Urban Local Bodies:
Statement I: The Mayor is the political head of a Municipal Corporation.
Statement II: The Municipal Commissioner is the chief executive authority appointed by the state government.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Statement I: The Mayor is the political head of a Municipal Corporation.
Statement II: The Municipal Commissioner is the chief executive authority appointed by the state government.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
In the structure of a Municipal Corporation, the Mayor serves as the political head and the symbolic first citizen of the city. The Municipal Commissioner, usually an administrative officer appointed by the state government, acts as the chief executive authority responsible for implementing decisions. This separation of powers ensures that political leadership is balanced by professional administrative execution in cities.
Q736. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The 74th Amendment Act provides for a District Planning Committee (DPC) in every state.
Reason (R): The DPC is required to consolidate the plans prepared by the Panchayats and the Municipalities in the district.
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The 74th Amendment Act provides for a District Planning Committee (DPC) in every state.
Reason (R): The DPC is required to consolidate the plans prepared by the Panchayats and the Municipalities in the district.
Explanation
The 74th Amendment Act mandates the constitution of a District Planning Committee in every state at the district level. This body is crucial for holistic development because it is responsible for consolidating the various development plans prepared by the Panchayats and the Municipalities within the district. This ensures a unified approach to spatial planning and resource allocation for the region.
Q737. Under which Article of the Indian Constitution is the District Planning Committee constituted?
Explanation
Article 243ZD of the Indian Constitution provides for the constitution of a District Planning Committee in every state. The committee’s primary mandate is to consolidate the plans prepared by both rural and urban local bodies and to prepare a draft development plan for the district as a whole. This article ensures integrated planning for both rural and urban sectors.
Q738. Which of the following is generally considered an incorrect statement regarding the challenges faced by local self-governments in India?
Explanation
Local self-governments in India face significant challenges, including an over-dependence on state grants and the creation of parallel bodies by state governments. However, the claim that the devolution of Funds, Functions, and Functionaries is complete and uniform is incorrect. In reality, there is a wide disparity among states, with many local bodies still struggling for meaningful autonomy and resources.
Q739. Match List-I (Constitutional Schedule/Part) with List-II (Context):
| Constitutional Schedule/Part | Context |
|---|---|
| A. Eleventh Schedule | i. Panchayats |
| B. Twelfth Schedule | ii. Municipalities |
| C. Part IX | iii. 29 Subjects |
| D. Part IXA | iv. 18 Subjects |
Explanation
The Eleventh Schedule lists twenty-nine subjects for Panchayats, while the Twelfth Schedule contains eighteen functional items for Municipalities. Part IX of the Constitution provides the legal framework for Panchayati Raj Institutions in rural areas. Part IXA provides the same for urban local bodies, ensuring that both rural and urban governance are constitutionally protected and structured across India.
Q740. Consider the following planning levels in local self-government:
I. District Planning Committee Plan
II. Gram Panchayat Plan
III. Panchayat Samiti Plan
IV. Zila Parishad Plan
Which of the following represents the correct order of the consolidation of these plans from the grassroots to the district level?
I. District Planning Committee Plan
II. Gram Panchayat Plan
III. Panchayat Samiti Plan
IV. Zila Parishad Plan
Which of the following represents the correct order of the consolidation of these plans from the grassroots to the district level?
Explanation
The process of decentralized planning begins with the preparation of plans at the Gram Panchayat level. These are then reviewed and integrated by the Panchayat Samiti at the block level. The Zila Parishad further consolidates these into a district-wide rural plan. Finally, the District Planning Committee integrates these rural plans with urban plans to create a comprehensive development strategy.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 731 | (d) Slum improvement and upgradation |
| 732 | (c) 1 June 1993 |
| 733 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-i, D-iv |
| 734 | (b) I, II, and IV only |
| 735 | (c) Both statements are correct. |
| 736 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 737 | (a) Article 243ZD |
| 738 | (b) Devolution of 3Fs is complete and uniform across all Indian states. |
| 739 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
| 740 | (b) II, III, IV, I |
Key facts from Indian Polity and Governance
- The RPSC syllabus lists the Indian Constitution, the political system and governance, with public policy, vigilance and accountability bodies as part of the paper.
- Article-number questions are the commonest: for example Article 356 for President’s Rule, Article 324 for the Election Commission and Article 243K for the State Election Commission.
- Statement and assertion-reason questions test exceptions, so learn each provision with its limits.
- Questions on bodies ask for appointing authority, removing authority, tenure and the body to which the report goes.
- The Rajasthan-specific part of polity is on a separate page, with its own 8 chapters.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Indian Polity and Governance?
This page has 944 practice MCQs on Indian Polity and Governance. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Indian polity set cover?
Twelve chapters: framing of the Constitution, Preamble and citizenship; Fundamental Rights; DPSP and Fundamental Duties; Union executive; Parliament; Union judiciary; Union-State relations; emergency provisions; local government; constitutional and statutory bodies; public policy and citizen charter; and vigilance and accountability.
Is polity part of the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. The RPSC syllabus for General Knowledge includes the Indian Constitution, political system and governance, together with the political and administrative system of Rajasthan, which is covered on the separate Rajasthan polity page.
How should I revise polity for RAS Prelims?
Make a table of articles, bodies and amendments. Attempt each chapter, read the explanation for every miss and note the article number and the exception. Repeat the chapter after a few days, as polity facts are easy to confuse.