Citizen Participation in Local Governance
Civics ⇒ Local Government and Administration
Citizen Participation in Local Governance starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one example of how citizens can influence local government decisions.
Describe the importance of public hearings in local governance.
Explain how e-governance can promote citizen participation in local governance.
Explain the importance of inclusiveness in citizen participation.
Explain the role of NGOs in promoting citizen participation in local governance.
Explain the role of social audits in citizen participation.
Explain two ways in which citizens can participate in urban local governance.
List any two challenges faced by citizens in participating in local governance.
Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of Panchayats? (1) Article 243 (2) Article 370 (3) Article 21 (4) Article 356
Which of the following is a challenge to effective citizen participation? (1) Lack of awareness (2) Active community groups (3) Transparent processes (4) Efficient grievance redressal
Which of the following is a direct form of citizen participation? (1) Electing representatives (2) Paying taxes (3) Filing complaints (4) Both 1 and 3
Which of the following is a legal mechanism for citizens to hold local governments accountable? (1) Public Interest Litigation (2) Social Audit (3) Both 1 and 2 (4) None of these
Fill in the blank: The ________ Amendment Act of 1992 gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Amendment Act of 1992 provided for urban local bodies in India.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Committee is formed in urban areas to ensure citizen participation at the ward level.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is responsible for implementing the decisions taken by the Gram Sabha.
True or False: All adult residents of a village are members of the Gram Sabha.
True or False: Only elected representatives can participate in Gram Sabha meetings.
True or False: The Gram Sabha is an important platform for citizen participation in rural local governance.
True or False: The participation of women in local governance is encouraged by reserving seats for them in Panchayats and Municipalities.
