Question Q27GS2GS2
The lack of effective functioning in local bodies partly result from their incapability to generate independent financial resources despite.
Introduction
The lack of effective functioning in local bodies partly result from their incapability to generate independent financial resources despite.
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Main Body
73rd & 74th CAA provided for creation of local bodies as third tier government. Financial Challenges: (1) RBJ's Report on Municipal Finance highlight the poor tax base of Urban local bodies. (2) Dependence: Excessive dependence on property tax for both PFIs & ULBs. (~ 40% revenue) (3) Devolution: State governments have not devolved tax collection powers at many ULBs & PFIs. e.g: Ghai govt. (4) Hesitant: Local bodies fear lack of public support if taxed. (5) Government transfers: LBs sides Other Issues: (No SFC constituted) [No SFC Constituted] - FunctionalThey have not been devolved by Govt. - FunctionariesStaff shortage e.g: 2S+J, Pan-chayed don't have Secretary. (Way forward): 2nd AFC(1) Mandatory Constitution of State Finance Commission by State govt.(2) Activity mapping.(3) Creation of Land bank for osensor general revenue.(4) Expanding tax mesh There are more than 39 lakh elected people at ground level it can revitalize the local governance if above systems are done
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Conclusion
There are more than 39 lakh elected people at ground level it can revitalize the local governance if above systems are done
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Topper
Abhishek Singh
2023Polity
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances
Local Self Government
Financial Challenges in Local Bodies
Writing Stats
206
Total words
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Paragraphs
analytical
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