Political Science: Federalism · Class 10 · CBSE Social Science
Which statement correctly describes the effect of the Constitutional amendments of 1992 on local governments in India?
Practice question from Political Science: Federalism (Class 10 · CBSE Social Science), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
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Which statement correctly describes the effect of the Constitutional amendments of 1992 on local governments in India?
- A.Local governments became departments directly controlled by the Union government.
- B.Local governments received constitutional status, with regular elections and reservations for disadvantaged groups.Correct answer
- C.State governments were completely removed from the functioning of local bodies.
- D.All members of local governments began to be nominated instead of elected.
Solution
The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments gave constitutional status to rural and urban local governments. They provided for regular elections, reservations, and the creation of State Election Commissions.
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