Exercise 1
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Questions from Exercise 1 with Hints & Solutions
In the ancient and medieval period, the panchayats were considered impartial in disputes and aboveboard in their dealings. Keeping this and other values and ethics in mind, the Panchayati Raj was established in India. It supports and promotes values like unity, decision-making and awareness of local problems and solutions. Which other ethics and values does the Panchayati Raj support? Elaborate and discuss.
We say that Nyaya Panchayats are of great significance for economically weak people. Give reasons for the same.
Zila Parishad is the apex organisation of the three-tier system of Panchayati Raj. Give reasons for the same.
Mention the Panchayats and their work. In what ways has the functioning of the Panchayats improved in recent years?
Research and find out why the years given in the following table are important for the local-self government in India. Write about the events and fill in the table.
| Year | Events and Details |
Why do you think Soorajmal kept quiet even though Saroj asked him to speak?
Supervision of primary education is one of the essential functions of the Gram Panchayat. If you were a village sarpanch, what would you do to ensure that every child in the village attended school regularly?
How is Gram Sabha an example of direct democracy? How do people living in cities and towns exercise their political power?
