Question

The local self-governments in cities as Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai are known as ___________.

Answer 1

The local self-governments in cities as Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai are known as municipal corporations.

Explanation: In large cities like Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai, the local self-governments are named as municipal corporations. Their members are directly elected by the people through universal adult suffrage. The head of municipal corporations is known as mayor and members are referred to as aldermen.