WBCS.LIVE practice question

How many tiers are there in a Panchayati Raj structure?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Three
  2. Four
  3. Five
  4. Two

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Three

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Three. The Panchayati Raj system in India is a three-tier structure of rural local self-governance. It includes the Gram Panchayat at the village level, the Panchayat Samiti at the block/intermediate level, and the Zila Parishad at the district level. This system was constitutionally recognized through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. It aims to decentralize power and bring governance closer to the grassroots. Each tier has its own functions, responsibilities, and financial powers. This structure promotes democratic participation and rural development.