Question

What is decentralisation?

[0.8 marks]

• A. The process of dispersing functions and powers.
• B. The process of assimilating functions and powers in one body.
• C. The process of giving powers to one person.
• D. The process of taking all powers from one person.

Answer 1

The correct option is A The process of dispersing functions and powers.

The process of dispersing functions and powers is called ‘decentralisation.’
Taking power from central or state governments and giving it to local governments can be described as decentralisation in the Indian context.