Multiple choice

Consider the following statements about the devolution of political fiscal and administration powers to sub-national tiers of government. (a) It formed part of World Bank funding (b) Disillusionment with centralised planning (c) Lackadaisical attitude of state governments (d) Corruption at higher levels

Which of the above is/are incorrect?

  1. Only (a)

  2. Only (b)

  3. Only (c)

  4. Only (d)
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Centralised planning proved ineffectual. In the late eighties agenda for decentralisation formed part of World Bank funding. Moreover states were not proactive towards empowering municipal bodies.

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