Indian Polity
easyQ. No. 15485-how-many-articles-does-part-ix-the-panchayats-contain
How many Articles does Part IX (The Panchayats) contain?
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A16 (243 to 243-O)
B29
C18
D10
Correct Answer: 16 (243 to 243-O)Your Answer: A
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The correct answer is 16 (243 to 243-O).
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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.