Indian & World Geography·Policy Changes
Building Resilient Communities — Policy Changes
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Version 1Updated 5 Mar 2026
| Entry | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73rd Amendment | 1992 | Constitutional recognition of Panchayati Raj institutions, providing legal foundation for community participation in local governance and development planning, essential for building resilient communities. | Enabled decentralized governance and community participation in disaster management and development planning, forming the institutional basis for community-based resilience initiatives. |
| 74th Amendment | 1992 | Constitutional recognition of urban local bodies, establishing framework for urban community participation in governance and planning, crucial for urban resilience building. | Provided legal foundation for urban community participation in disaster preparedness, environmental management, and infrastructure planning, enabling comprehensive urban resilience strategies. |