Question

In the context of Panchayati Raj, which of the following are recommendations of Balwant Rai Mehta Committee (1957)?
A. Establishment of a three-tier Panchayati Raj system gram panchayat at village level (direct election), panchayat Samiti at the block level and Zila Parishad at the district level (indirect election)
B. District Collector to be the chairman of Zila Parishad
C. Constitutional recognition to be given to Panchayati Raj institutions
D. Transfer of resources and power to these bodies to be ensured

• A. A, B and D only
• B. A, B and C only
• C. A, B, C and D
• D. B, C and D only

Hint:

The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee helped lay the foundation for decentralized governance in India through Panchayati Raj institutions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee (1957) proposed the following:
1. Establish a three-tier Panchayati Raj system at the village, block, and district levels (A).
2. The Zila Parishad should be chaired by the District Collector (B).
3. Provide constitutional recognition to Panchayati Raj institutions (C).
4. Ensure devolution of resources and authority to these bodies (D).