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The fundamental object of the Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following?

  1. 1.People’s participation in development
  2. 2.Political accountability
  3. 3.Democratic decentralisation
  4. 4.Financial mobilisation

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. A.1, 2 and 3 only
  2. B.2 and 4 only
  3. C.1 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2, 3 and 4
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. 1 and 3 only

The Panchayati Raj system, as envisioned in the Indian Constitution and promoted through various amendments, aims to devolve power to local bodies. This enables greater participation of citizens in planning and implementing development programs at the grassroots level. It also embodies the principle of democratic decentralisation by transferring administrative and political authority from higher tiers of government to local self-governing institutions.

Source: UPSC gs1 2015

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