Sources of Revenue for Local Government
Civics ⇒ Local Government and Administration
Sources of Revenue for Local Government starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe any two challenges faced by local governments in raising adequate revenue.
Describe the process by which local governments collect property tax.
Explain how the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments have impacted the revenue sources of local governments.
Explain the difference between tax revenue and non-tax revenue for local governments.
Explain the importance of user charges in the revenue structure of local governments.
Explain the role of grants-in-aid in the finances of local governments.
Explain the term 'assigned revenue' in the context of local government finance.
A Municipal Corporation wants to improve its water supply system. Which of the following sources of revenue can it use for this purpose? (1) Water charges (2) Income tax (3) Customs duty (4) Excise duty
A Municipal Corporation wants to improve its water supply system. Which of the following sources of revenue can it use for this purpose? (1) Water charges (2) Income tax (3) Customs duty (4) Excise duty
Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Panchayats? (1) Article 243G (2) Article 280 (3) Article 370 (4) Article 21
Which of the following is a capital receipt for local governments? (1) Property tax (2) Loan from State Government (3) Water charges (4) License fees
Which of the following is a fee collected by local governments? (1) Toll tax (2) Professional tax (3) Water charges (4) Sales tax
Fill in the blank: The __________ Commission is constituted by the Governor of a State to review the financial position of Panchayats and Municipalities.
Fill in the blank: The Finance Commission recommends the distribution of __________ between the Union and the States, and also among local governments.
Fill in the blank: The main source of revenue for Gram Panchayats is __________ tax.
Fill in the blank: The main source of revenue for Municipal Corporations is __________ tax.
True or False: Local governments can generate revenue by renting out municipal properties.
True or False: Local governments can impose taxes on electricity consumption within their jurisdiction.
True or False: Local governments can levy taxes on goods and services sold within their jurisdiction.
True or False: Local governments can raise loans for development projects with the approval of the State Government.
