Class 11 Political Science Book 2 ch 8 practice quiz in English part 2 Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by Anshul Gupta0% 0 votes, 0 avg 0 Class 11 Political Science Book 2 ch 8practice quiz in English part 2 1 / 201. What is the term of each Panchayat body? A. 5 years B. 4 years C. 6 years D. 3 years Explanation: The 73rd Amendment mandates that all three tiers of Panchayati Raj institutions have a fixed term of 5 years. 2 / 202. How many subjects are identified in the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution to be transferred to the Panchayati Raj institutions? A. 19 B. 29 C. 39 D. 49 Explanation: The Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution lists 29 subjects that are to be devolved to the Panchayati Raj institutions. 3 / 203. Which of the following is NOT true regarding reservations in Panchayati Raj institutions? A. Reservations are provided for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes at all three levels. B. Reservations apply to the positions of Chairpersons or 'Adhyakshas' at all three levels. C. There is no provision for reservation of seats for women within the seats reserved for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Backward Castes. D. States can provide reservations for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) if necessary. Explanation: The 73rd Amendment mandates reservation of one-third of the seats for women not only in the general category but also within the seats reserved for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Backward Castes. 4 / 204. Which constitutional amendment deals with rural local governments (Panchayati Raj Institutions)? A. 74th Amendment B. 75th Amendment C. 73rd Amendment D. 72nd Amendment Explanation: The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 specifically addresses rural local governments, also known as Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs). 5 / 205. What is the main function of the State Finance Commission? A. To allocate funds to Panchayats B. To audit the accounts of Panchayats C. To examine the financial position of local governments and review revenue distribution D. To monitor the implementation of development schemes Explanation: The primary role of the State Finance Commission is to assess the financial health of local governments and recommend how revenues should be shared between the State and local governments, as well as between rural and urban local governments. 6 / 206. What has been the impact of reservation for women in Panchayats and Nagarpalikas? A. It has ensured the presence of a significant number of women in local bodies. B. It has decreased women's participation in local governance. C. It has led to increased conflict and tension in local communities. D. It has had no impact on women's representation. Explanation: The reservation policy has significantly increased the representation of women in local government bodies. 7 / 207. How often is the State Finance Commission required to be appointed? A. Every 10 years B. Every 5 years C. Every year D. Every 3 years Explanation: The 73rd Amendment stipulates that the State government must appoint a State Finance Commission once every five years. 8 / 208. What is the main idea behind the 1996 Act extending the Panchayat system to areas inhabited by Adivasi populations? A. To abolish traditional forms of governance B. To protect the rights of Adivasi communities to manage their resources C. To centralize power in the hands of the state government D. To impose a uniform system of governance across the country Explanation: The 1996 Act aimed to safeguard the traditional resource management practices of Adivasi communities while introducing modern elected bodies. 9 / 209. What is the role of the Gram Sabha? A. To manage village funds B. To resolve local disputes C. To elect members of the Gram Panchayat D. Its role and functions are decided by State legislation Explanation: The Constitution does not explicitly define the role and functions of the Gram Sabha. These are determined by the laws enacted by the respective State legislatures. 10 / 2010. What is the proportion of seats reserved for women in all Panchayat institutions? A. One-third B. Two-thirds C. One-half D. One-fourth Explanation: The 73rd Amendment ensures that one-third of the total seats in all Panchayat institutions are reserved for women candidates. 11 / 2011. Which constitutional amendment deals with urban local governments (Nagarpalikas)? A. 73rd Amendment B. 74th Amendment C. 75th Amendment D. 72nd Amendment Explanation: The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 pertains to urban local governments, referred to as Nagarpalikas. 12 / 2012. What is the significance of the 73rd and 74th Amendments? A. They have led to a complete decentralization of power to the local level. B. They have decreased the participation of women in local governance. C. They have created a uniform structure for Panchayati Raj and Nagarpalika institutions across the country. D. They have abolished all traditional forms of local governance. Explanation: One of the key impacts of the 73rd and 74th Amendments is the establishment of a standardized structure for both rural and urban local bodies across India. 13 / 2013. Which of the following is NOT a feature of an urban area according to the Census of India? A. A density of population of at least 400 persons per sq. km B. At least 75% of the male working population engaged in non-agricultural occupations C. Presence of a local government body D. A minimum population of 5,000 Explanation: While the presence of a local government body is common in urban areas, it is not a defining feature according to the Census of India. The defining features are a minimum population of 5,000, at least 75% of the male working population engaged in non-agricultural occupations, and a density of population of at least 400 persons per sq. km. 14 / 2014. Which of the following is NOT listed in the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution? A. Defense B. Minor irrigation, water management, and watershed development C. Agriculture D. Small scale industries, including food processing industries Explanation: Defense is a subject under the Union List and is not included in the Eleventh Schedule, which deals with subjects to be devolved to Panchayats. 15 / 2015. Which of the following is a challenge faced by local governments in India? A. Lack of financial autonomy B. Overlapping jurisdictions with state governments C. Excessive interference from the central government D. Lack of qualified personnel Explanation: Local bodies in India often struggle with limited financial resources and are heavily reliant on grants from the state and central governments. 16 / 2016. When did the 73rd and 74th Amendments come into force? A. 1993 B. 1994 C. 1991 D. 1992 Explanation: Both the 73rd and 74th Amendments were implemented in the year 1993. 17 / 2017. What percentage of India’s population lives in urban areas as per the 2011 Census? A. 41% B. 31% C. 11% D. 21% Explanation: The 2011 Census revealed that approximately 31% of India’s population resides in urban areas. 18 / 2018. What is the minimum population required for an area to be classified as urban according to the Census of India? A. 5,000 B. 1,000 C. 3,000 D. 10,000 Explanation: The Census of India defines an urban area as having a minimum population of 5,000. 19 / 2019. Who is responsible for conducting elections to the Panchayati Raj institutions? A. Election Commission of India B. State Election Commissioner C. State Administration D. District Collector Explanation: The 73rd Amendment mandates the appointment of a State Election Commissioner by the State government to oversee elections to the Panchayati Raj institutions. 20 / 2020. Which of the following statements is true regarding the implementation of the 73rd and 74th Amendments? A. All states have implemented these amendments uniformly. B. The amendments have led to a significant increase in the financial autonomy of local bodies. C. Most states have had at least two rounds of elections to local bodies since the amendments came into force. D. Women's participation in local bodies has decreased after the amendments. Explanation: The 73rd and 74th Amendments have been implemented across all states, leading to regular elections for local bodies. 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