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What is the 'sarpanch-pati' phenomenon?

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AAn award for sarpanches
BA government post
CA training scheme
DHusbands/male relatives exercising power in place of elected women representatives
Correct Answer: Husbands/male relatives exercising power in place of elected women representativesYour Answer: D

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Correct (D): It denotes proxy governance where male kin attend meetings and sign papers for elected women — a socio-cultural obstacle that studies show declines with tenure

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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.

Which Constitutional Amendment gave constitutional status to Panchayats?

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 gave constitutional status to Panchayats.

What are the three levels of Panchayati Raj?

The three levels are: Gram Panchayat (Village Level) Panchayat Samiti (Block Level) Zila Parishad (District Level)

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Gram Sabha is the basic unit of Panchayati Raj where village voters participate in local governance, planning, and decision-making.

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