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Accountability Mechanisms in Local Government

Civics ⇒ Local Government and Administration

Accountability Mechanisms in Local Government starts at 8 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Accountability Mechanisms in Local Government. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.
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Describe how elections act as an accountability mechanism in local government.
Describe one way in which the public can participate in ensuring accountability in local government.
Describe the process of social audit in local government.
Explain how grievance redressal systems help in maintaining accountability in local government.
Explain how the Right to Information Act promotes accountability in local government.
Explain the importance of transparency in local government administration.
Explain the role of Gram Sabha in ensuring accountability in Panchayati Raj Institutions.
Explain the role of public hearings in promoting accountability in local government.
Which law empowers citizens to seek information from local government offices in India? (1) Consumer Protection Act (2) Right to Information Act (3) Panchayati Raj Act (4) Public Distribution Act
Which of the following bodies can dissolve a Panchayat if it fails to perform its duties? (1) State Government (2) Central Government (3) District Collector (4) Gram Sabha
Which of the following is a benefit of accountability mechanisms in local government? (1) Increased corruption (2) Better service delivery (3) Reduced public participation (4) Lack of transparency
Which of the following is a consequence of lack of accountability in local government? (1) Improved services (2) Corruption (3) Efficient administration (4) Increased trust
Fill in the blank: ________ is the process of evaluating the performance of local government officials based on set standards.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a formal complaint made by a citizen regarding the functioning of local government.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a formal process where the public examines the records and activities of local government bodies to ensure transparency.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a mandatory meeting of all adult members of a village to discuss and approve local government activities.
True or False: Only elected representatives are accountable in local government, not government officials.
True or False: Social audits are conducted only by government officials.
True or False: The Gram Sabha can approve or reject the annual budget of the Gram Panchayat.
True or False: The Right to Information Act, 2005, helps citizens hold local government officials accountable.