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Role of Panchayati Raj Institutions in Public Accountability

This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the role of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in ensuring public accountability in India.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary objective of Panchayati Raj Institutions?

  1. To promote economic development in rural areas
  2. To ensure social justice and equality
  3. To provide basic services to rural communities
  4. To promote public accountability and transparency
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which level of Panchayati Raj Institution is directly elected by the people?

  1. Gram Sabha
  2. Gram Panchayat
  3. Panchayat Samiti
  4. Zilla Parishad
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the Gram Sabha in ensuring public accountability?

  1. It approves the annual budget of the Gram Panchayat
  2. It reviews the performance of the Gram Panchayat
  3. It can pass a no-confidence motion against the Gram Panchayat
  4. All of the above
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which committee of the Gram Panchayat is responsible for planning and implementing development works?

  1. Gram Panchayat Standing Committee
  2. Village Development Committee
  3. Panchayat Samiti Standing Committee
  4. Zilla Parishad Standing Committee
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the Panchayat Samiti in ensuring public accountability?

  1. It approves the annual budget of the Gram Panchayats
  2. It reviews the performance of the Gram Panchayats
  3. It can pass a no-confidence motion against the Gram Panchayats
  4. All of the above
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which committee of the Panchayat Samiti is responsible for planning and implementing development works?

  1. Panchayat Samiti Standing Committee
  2. Village Development Committee
  3. Gram Panchayat Standing Committee
  4. Zilla Parishad Standing Committee
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the Zilla Parishad in ensuring public accountability?

  1. It approves the annual budget of the Panchayat Samitis
  2. It reviews the performance of the Panchayat Samitis
  3. It can pass a no-confidence motion against the Panchayat Samitis
  4. All of the above
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which committee of the Zilla Parishad is responsible for planning and implementing development works?

  1. Zilla Parishad Standing Committee
  2. Village Development Committee
  3. Gram Panchayat Standing Committee
  4. Panchayat Samiti Standing Committee
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the State Finance Commission in ensuring public accountability of PRIs?

  1. It recommends the distribution of funds among PRIs
  2. It reviews the financial performance of PRIs
  3. It can impose sanctions on PRIs for financial irregularities
  4. All of the above
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) in ensuring public accountability of PRIs?

  1. It audits the accounts of PRIs
  2. It reports on the financial irregularities of PRIs
  3. It can recommend action against PRIs for financial irregularities
  4. All of the above
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the media in ensuring public accountability of PRIs?

  1. It reports on the activities of PRIs
  2. It highlights the achievements of PRIs
  3. It exposes the corruption and irregularities in PRIs
  4. All of the above
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of civil society organizations in ensuring public accountability of PRIs?

  1. They monitor the activities of PRIs
  2. They raise awareness about the role of PRIs
  3. They provide training and capacity building to PRI members
  4. All of the above
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are the challenges faced by PRIs in ensuring public accountability?

  1. Lack of awareness among the public about the role of PRIs
  2. Lack of capacity among PRI members
  3. Political interference in the functioning of PRIs
  4. All of the above
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are the measures that can be taken to strengthen the role of PRIs in ensuring public accountability?

  1. Raising awareness among the public about the role of PRIs
  2. Providing training and capacity building to PRI members
  3. Ensuring political neutrality in the functioning of PRIs
  4. All of the above
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the significance of PRIs in promoting public accountability in India?

  1. They provide a platform for the participation of the public in local governance
  2. They ensure transparency and accountability in the functioning of local governments
  3. They promote social justice and equality
  4. All of the above
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