Q1. What was the recommendation of the L.M. Singhvi Committee regarding the Panchayati Raj system?
- Dissolution of Panchayati Raj
- Replacing it with central planning
- Constitutional recognition
- Abolition of Zila Parishads
Correct Option: 3. Constitutional recognition.
Explanation: The Singhvi Committee emphasized constitutional protection and regular elections for PRIs.
Q2. Which committee recommended the establishment of Nyaya Panchayats for clusters of villages?
- Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
- L.M. Singhvi Committee
- G.V.K. Rao Committee
- Ashok Mehta Committee
Correct Option: 2. L.M. Singhvi Committee.
Explanation: The Singhvi Committee recommended Nyaya Panchayats for minor judicial functions in rural areas.
Q3. The 64th Constitutional Amendment Bill was introduced under which Prime Minister?
- Rajiv Gandhi
- P.V. Narasimha Rao
- V.P. Singh
- Indira Gandhi
Correct Option: 1. Rajiv Gandhi.
Explanation: The 64th Amendment Bill (1989) was introduced by Rajiv Gandhi, but it was rejected by the Rajya Sabha.
Q4. Which committee recommended party-based elections to Panchayati Raj institutions?
- Thungon Committee
- G.V.K. Rao Committee
- L.M. Singhvi Committee
- Ashok Mehta Committee
Correct Option: 4. Ashok Mehta Committee.
Explanation: The Ashok Mehta Committee supported official participation of political parties in PRI elections.
Q5. What was a major recommendation of the Thungon Committee?
- Abolition of Zila Parishads
- Direct elections only at village level
- Reservation for women and SC/STs
- Panchayati Raj should remain non-constitutional
Correct Option: 3. Reservation for women and SC/STs.
Explanation: The Thungon Committee (1988) proposed reservation for SCs, STs, and women in all three tiers.