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Gudelli SrujanaAIR 55· 2024

Question Q11GS2GS2

Discuss the financial constraints faced by the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in India. What measures can be taken to augment their revenue resources? (Answer in 250 words)

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Introduction

Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) were introduced through 74th Constitutional Amendment Act.

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Main Body

Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) were introduced through 74th Constitutional Amendment Act.

[Diagram showing: Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) connected to: Gramathatha empowerment, democratic decentralization, social and economic development, grassroot development]

Financial constraints faced by PRIs:

1Devolution of taxation powers is done by only few states.
2Dependency on the grants provided by the state Governments.
3Central Government funds are tied to the outcomes. Thus hampering accessibility.
4Centrally sponsored schemes are revamped.

=> Decline in funds.

5Moral conflict to tax their own people.

=> Rent charges, fees, tolls, etc.

6Reluctance of the local people in paying tines.

Measures required:

1Focus on devolution of the powers.

=> Making it as a compulsory provision.

2Setting up regularly the state finance commission.
3Use of technology.

=> Swamitva scheme.

4Training of the personnel regularly.
5Providing infrastructure.

=> Bhoot Net.

6Implementation of the 15th Financa Commission recommendations.

=> Specific allocation to local bodies.

The financial constraints of PRIs need to be gradual else it is title lack of power to PRIs.

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Conclusion

The financial constraints of PRIs need to be gradual else it is title lack of power to PRIs.

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Diagram

A diagram showing Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) at the center with arrows connecting to: Gramathatha empowerment, democratic decentralization, social and economic development, and grassroot development.

Topper

Gudelli Srujana

AIR 552024

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances

Devolution to Local Levels

Panchayati Raj Institutions and Financial Constraints

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