To what extent, in your opinion, has the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act been successful in laying a foundation for participatory and inclusive governance at the grass-root level?

73rd Constitutional Amendment introduced in 1992 set in motion the era of democratic decentralization in the truest spirit of Article 40 (organizing village panchayats) of the Constitution.

Role of 73rd amendment in laying a foundation for participatory and inclusive governance

A. Participatory

1. Brought in women in leadership position

2. Political empowerment of youth and women e.g. Chawri Rajawat - young daughter from Rajasthan

3. Decision-making and development planning at the local level e.g. by District planning committees