Three-tier Structure — Prelims Questions

Consider the following statements about the three-tier structure of Panchayati Raj: 1. All states must constitute Panchayats at village, intermediate and district levels 2. The intermediate tier is known by the same name in all states 3. Gram Sabha is mandatory only for Gram Panchayats with population above 500 4. The structure was constitutionalized through the 73rd Amendment Act Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following committees first recommended the three-tier system of Panchayati Raj?

In the context of three-tier Panchayati Raj structure, consider the following: 1. Zilla Panchayat is the apex body at district level 2. Block Development Officer serves as executive officer of intermediate tier 3. Sarpanch is directly elected by all voters in the Gram Panchayat area 4. Gram Sabha can remove the Sarpanch through no-confidence motion Which of the above statements are correct?

Article 243C of the Constitution provides flexibility in the three-tier structure by allowing:

The three-tier structure of Panchayati Raj ensures democratic decentralization through which of the following mechanisms? 1. Regular elections every five years 2. Mandatory reservations for marginalized communities 3. Establishment of State Election Commissions 4. Creation of District Collectors as executive heads Select the correct answer: