Accountability Mechanisms in Local Government
Civics ⇒ Local Government and Administration
Accountability Mechanisms in Local Government starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how the Right to Information Act helps in promoting accountability in local government.
Describe one way in which the media can promote accountability in local government.
Describe the process of grievance redressal in local government.
Explain how regular elections contribute to accountability in local government.
Explain the difference between direct and indirect accountability mechanisms in local government.
Explain the importance of financial audits in local government.
Explain the importance of transparency in local government administration.
Explain the role of Gram Sabha in ensuring accountability of Panchayats.
Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the audit of accounts of Panchayats? (1) Article 243J (2) Article 243G (3) Article 243B (4) Article 243A
Which of the following bodies is responsible for conducting social audits in rural areas? (1) Gram Sabha (2) State Assembly (3) Lok Sabha (4) Supreme Court
Which of the following is a citizen-centric accountability mechanism? (1) Social audit (2) Taxation (3) Urban planning (4) Law making
Which of the following is a consequence of lack of accountability in local government? (1) Improved services (2) Corruption (3) Increased trust (4) Efficient administration
Fill in the blank: The ________ Act, 2005, is a key legislation for promoting transparency and accountability in local government.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Commission recommends measures to improve the financial position of Panchayats and Municipalities.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a statutory body at the district level that audits the accounts of Panchayats and Municipalities.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is responsible for maintaining records of proceedings and decisions in a Panchayat.
True or False: Public participation in local government meetings is a key aspect of accountability.
True or False: The annual accounts of Panchayats must be made available to the public for inspection.
True or False: The Right to Information Act, 2005, empowers citizens to seek information from local government bodies.
True or False: The State Election Commission supervises the conduct of local body elections.
