Local Government and Urban Planning
Civics ⇒ Local Government and Administration
Local Government and Urban Planning starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the process of devolution of powers to urban local bodies as per the 74th Amendment.
Describe the process of preparation and approval of a city’s master plan.
Describe the role of the State Election Commission in urban local government.
Explain the difference between a Municipal Council and a Municipal Corporation.
Explain the importance of environmental considerations in urban planning.
Explain the role of the Ward Committee in urban local governance.
Explain the significance of public participation in urban planning.
Explain the term 'Master Plan' in the context of urban planning.
Urban planning includes which of the following activities? (1) Land use planning, (2) Traffic management, (3) Environmental protection, (4) All of the above
What is the minimum population required for an area to be declared a Municipal Corporation in most Indian states? (1) 1 lakh, (2) 2 lakh, (3) 5 lakh, (4) 10 lakh
Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of Municipalities? (1) Article 243P, (2) Article 243Q, (3) Article 243G, (4) Article 243B
Which body is responsible for the implementation of urban development projects at the city level? (1) State Government, (2) Municipal Corporation, (3) Central Government, (4) Panchayat Samiti
Fill in the blank: The ________ Amendment Act provided constitutional status to urban local bodies in India.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is responsible for preparing the master plan of a city.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is responsible for the day-to-day administration of a Municipal Council.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is the elected head of a Municipal Council.
True or False: The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, deals with the strengthening of urban local bodies in India.
True or False: The Mayor is the executive head of a Municipal Corporation.
True or False: The State Government can dissolve a Municipal Corporation before the completion of its term under certain circumstances.
True or False: Urban local bodies are responsible for the management of solid waste in cities.
