Critically examine the features of Panchayati Raj system after 73rd constitutional Amendment.
What is the reservation policy in Panchayati Raj system? Do you agree that this policy has made the functioning of Panchayats participatory? Provide arguments.
What is the source of income of the Zila Panchayats?
Trace the historical development of the Panchayati Raj system in India.
Discuss the composition and functioning of District Planning Committee. Whom does this Committee submit its report/plans?
Though the subject Local Self-Government is purely a subject matter of a State protected under Entry 5 of the State list, even then the Union of India brought constitutional amendments 73rd and 74th pertaining to the organization of local self-government bodies. Explain under what provision and with what authority were these amendment laws passed.