Which of the following part of the Indian constitution deals with the Municipalities?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 1: Part IX-A
Explanation:
- Part IX-A of the Indian Constitution deals with municipalities. It was added through the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992. This part provides constitutional status to urban local bodies and includes provisions from Articles 243-T to 243-ZG.
Additional Facts:
- Part IX: It deals with Panchayats in rural areas.
- 12th Schedule: The powers and responsibilities of municipalities are listed in the 12th Schedule of the Constitution, which contains a total of 18 items.
- Types of Municipalities: This provides for three types of municipalities: Nagar Panchayat, Municipal Council, and Municipal Corporation.
Possible Question for the upcoming exam:
Which Amendment Act granted constitutional status to municipalities?
(Answer: 74th Constitutional Amendment).
Which schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the functions of municipalities?
(Answer: 12th Schedule).
'Part 14' deals with what in the Constitution?
(Answer: Services under the Union and the States).