- The system enables the people in rural areas to govern themselves and make decisions for their own development. The system also fosters democracy and decentralization of power at the grassroots level.
- The theme for National Panchayati Raj Day 2023 is ‘Sustainable Panchayat: Building Healthy, Water Sufficient, Clean & Green Villages’. The aim of this theme is to encourage the Panchayats to adopt sustainable practices that can improve the quality of life and environment in rural areas.
- On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch various projects and schemes under the “Inclusive Development” theme of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, which commemorates 75 years of India’s independence.
Questions:
Q.1 When was the Panchayati Raj System given a constitutional status in India?
a. 1947
b. 1959
c. 1977
d. 1993
b. 1959
c. 1977
d. 1993
Q.2 What is the theme for National Panchayati Raj Day 2023?
a. Sustainable Panchayat: Building Healthy, Water Sufficient, Clean & Green Villages
b. Panchayat Shakti: Empowering Women and Marginalized Groups
c. Panchayat Vikas: Enhancing Education and Skill Development
d. Panchayat Samriddhi: Promoting Rural Entrepreneurship and Innovation
a. Sustainable Panchayat: Building Healthy, Water Sufficient, Clean & Green Villages
b. Panchayat Shakti: Empowering Women and Marginalized Groups
c. Panchayat Vikas: Enhancing Education and Skill Development
d. Panchayat Samriddhi: Promoting Rural Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Q.3 On which date is Panchayati Day observed in India?
a. 21st April 2023
b. 24th April 2023
c. 14th April 2023
d. 17th April 2023
