Question

Which of the following acts made India the largest and the most representative democracy?

• A. Dissolving panchayats
• B. Rajya Sabha Election
• C. Activating the Panchayati Raj institutions
• D. Curbing powers of Panchayats

Answer 1

The correct option is C Activating the Panchayati Raj institutions

Rajiv Gandhi's idea of the Panchayati Raj, or local self-government of villages, in rural India, was given constitutional status through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act by the government led by P. V Narasimha Rao. It was effective from 24 April 1993 and assured the representation, distribution of funds, and decision-making rights down to the villages. This made India the largest and the most representative democracy.