Multiple choice

Enumerate the main recommendations of the Ashok Mehta Committee.

(a) Three-tier system got replaced by two-tier system. (b) Zila Parishad assumed the role of executive body. (c) Official participation of all political parties in Panchayat elections at all levels took place. (d) Panchayati Raj institutions were divested of powers of taxations. (e) Nyaya Panchayats and Development Panchayats became separate bodies.

Which of the above is/are incongruous?

  1. (a)

  2. (b) and (e)

  3. (b), (c) and (e)

  4. (d)
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D Correct answer
Explanation

As per the recommendations of Ashok Mehta Committee, Panchayati Raj institutions were accorded compulsory powers for imposing taxes so as to mobilise their own resources.

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