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The PESA Act was enacted in which year?
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A1996
B1993
C1992
D2003
Correct Answer: 1996Your Answer: A
Explanation
Correct (A): The Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act — PESA — was enacted in 1996 (in force 24 December 1996) to extend Part IX to Fifth-Schedule areas with special safeguards. Why others wrong: (B) 1993 is the 73rd Amendment's enforcement year; (D) 2003 has no PESA link; (C) 1992 is the year the 73rd Amendment was passed.
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What is Panchayati Raj System in India?
Panchayati Raj is a rural local self-government system that enables democratic decentralization and local administration at village, block, and district levels.
Which committee recommended the Panchayati Raj System?
The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee recommended the Panchayati Raj System in 1957.
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The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 gave constitutional status to Panchayats.
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