Article 243A of the Constitution deals with —
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Correct (D): Article 243A provides that the Gram Sabha shall exercise such powers and functions at village level as the state legislature provides. Why others wrong: (C) the State Election Commission is under 243K; (A) the State Finance Commission is 243-I; (B) reservation of seats is 243D.
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Panchayati Raj is a rural local self-government system that enables democratic decentralization and local administration at village, block, and district levels.
The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee recommended the Panchayati Raj System in 1957.
The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 gave constitutional status to Panchayats.
The three levels are: Gram Panchayat (Village Level) Panchayat Samiti (Block Level) Zila Parishad (District Level)
Gram Sabha is the basic unit of Panchayati Raj where village voters participate in local governance, planning, and decision-making.