Question Q13 (continuation)DiscussGS2GS2

Discuss the major challenges in effective devolution of funds, functions, and functionariles to the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in India. (continuation)

Main Body

PRIs cannot raise money other own security and bond unlike ULBs and are dependent on grants to work

2Functions

Adequate legislative and executive power has not been given in states like Bihar and UP

Overlap with state MPLADs leads to conflict in jurisdiction and causes delays in functions

Tied state grants cause political dependency of PRIs on state goals to function

3Functionaries

PRIs have a personnel shortage of over 30%. vacancies

Leaders also remain prone to

outside influence impacting autonomy. 'Sarpanch pah' phenomenon

PRIs lack administrative institutions and district level communities practically ignore PRI feedback in district planning.

Delays in State Elections lead to Vacancies in Gram Panchayats and stall development.

Way forwardPower to recruit own staff

Power to create itinerals

Electoral reforms to minimize vacancy (Guided by 2nd APC)

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Conclusion

To uphold Gandhian ideals to direct principles Panchayats must be adequately granted the 3 Fs to act as live-self-govt institutions.

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Examiner score

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Topper

Varun Tokas

AIR 1172023

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

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

Devolution to Local Levels

Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) - challenges in funds, functions, and functionaries

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