Current Context: The Panchayati Raj Devolution Index 2024 report, titled "Status of Devolution to Panchayats in States – An Indicative Evidence-Based Ranking 2024", was released by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj on February 13, 2025.
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- The report assesses the progress of decentralization across states and Union Territories, evaluating six key dimensions: framework, functions, finances, functionaries, capacity building, and accountability.
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Tamil Nadu
- The report aims to empower Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and realize the vision of Local Self-Government as outlined in the 73rd Constitutional Amendment.
- It serves as a tool for cooperative federalism and local self-governance, enabling states to identify areas for improvement and adopt best practices for more effective Panchayat administration.
Question:
1. Which state topped the Panchayati Raj Devolution Index 2024, released by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj?
- A) Kerala
- B) Tamil Nadu
- C) Karnataka
- D) Maharashtra
