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Panchayat Samiti

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

The intermediate tier in the Panchayati Raj structure, operating at the block or taluka level. Composed of representatives elected from various Gram Panchayats, along with members from reserved categories. The Block Development Officer and other officials assist in planning and executing development programs—agriculture, health, education, social welfare. Panchayat Samiti coordinates resources among Gram Panchayats, addressing problems that transcend village boundaries. State or central grants fund the Samiti’s projects. Efficient functioning can elevate rural livelihoods and better integrate local plans with district or state policies. However, success hinges on adequate administrative capacity, funding, and collaboration with lower and upper tiers.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is a Fundamental Duty under the Indian Constitution?

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

Who is the head of the government in India?

प्रधानमंत्री का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

मौलिक अधिकारों के लिए न्यायिक संरक्षण किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से मिलता है?

न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता सुनिश्चित करने के लिए किस प्रावधान को शामिल किया गया है?

आपातकाल की घोषणा के लिए केंद्रीय सरकार को अतिरिक्त शक्तियाँ किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा दी जाती हैं?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the creation of the All India Services?

Which is the largest state in India by area?

वरिष्ठ न्यायाधीशों की नियुक्ति में किस समिति का योगदान होता है?