Decentralisation of Power

Q. Why is decentralisation of power important?

1. To increase efficiency in governmental workings.
2. It helps in formulation of policies.
3. To prevent the misuse of power.
4. It does not affect the policymaking in India.

Q. Which of the following is the decision-making body in villages?

1. Zila Parishad
2. Supreme Court
3. Municipality
4. Panchayat

Q. Choose the incorrect statement(s) about decentralisation in India.

1. The provisions for decentralisation are included in the section of Fundamental Duties of the Indian Constitution.
2. The 73rd and 74th amendments to the Indian Constitution is associated with decentralisation.
3. Decentralisation creates more opportunities for people to participate in the political life of the nation.
4. The 2nd and 3rd schedules of Indian Constitution is associated with decentralisation.

Q. Democratic reforms are generally considered as rights of .

1. citizens
2. central government
3. state government
4. Supreme Court

Q.

The 42nd Amendment to the Constitution added which of the following to the Directive Principles of State Policy?

1. a) To protect the environment and safeguard forest life

2. b) To secure the participation of workers in the management of the industries.

3. c) To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid to the poor

4. d) All of the above

Q. The self-governing institutions have received their powers through the ____ and ____ schedule.

1. 11th
2. 12th
3. 7th
4. 6th

Q. What provision is included in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

1. Democratic elections
2. Passing of fair laws
3. Setting up an Election Commission
4. Democratic decentralisation

Q. The concept of power sharing is based on the principle of ______________.

1. Sovereignty.
2. Distribution of powers
3. Individuality
4. Concentration of power

Q. despite holding regular elections, mexico cannot be called a democratic country .why? give five reasons