Devolution to local bodies

Election in Panchayats and municipal corporations are not as free and fair as those conducted by the Election Commission of India. Examine why and suggest how these elections can be made free and fair. (200 Words) The Panchayat and Municipal elections are held by the State election commission (SEC) under the State act. It is argued that …

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73rd CAA gave constitutional status to Local bodies. Local Governments before 73rd amendment were totally dependent upon respective state government as far as finances, election to these bodies and autonomy to these bodies are considered. 73rd Amendment empowers the State to create Panchayats at village, intermediate and district levels and provides the State with powers …

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