2023 · Q90
Which of the following statements about the Panchayats in India, as per the Constitution of India is/are correct?
- 1There is a provision for reservation of seats for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
- 2Panchayats are not authorised to collect taxes.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- A1 only
- B2 only
- CBoth 1 and 2
- DNeither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Statement 1 is true: Article 243D of the Constitution mandates reservation of seats for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in panchayats. Statement 2 is false: Article 243H expressly authorises panchayats to levy, collect and appropriate taxes, duties, tolls and fees. Hence 1 only.