Q1. What is the main objective of the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992?
- To establish the Lokpal
- To give constitutional status to municipalities
- To abolish urban local bodies
- To introduce GST in urban areas
Correct Option: 2. To give constitutional status to municipalities.
Explanation: The 74th Amendment aimed to grant constitutional recognition to urban local bodies (municipalities) and strengthen urban self-governance.
Q2. Which part of the Constitution was added by the 74th Amendment Act?
- Part IX
- Part X
- Part IX-A
- Part XII
Correct Option: 3. Part IX-A.
Explanation: Part IX-A titled “The Municipalities” was inserted into the Constitution and includes Articles 243-P to 243-ZG. The 74th Amendment aimed to grant constitutional recognition to urban local bodies (municipalities) and strengthen urban self-governance.
Q3. Which schedule was added to the Constitution through the 74th Amendment?
- Twelfth
- Eleventh
- Ninth
- Tenth
Correct Option: 1. Twelfth.
Explanation: The Twelfth Schedule was added, listing 18 functions under the jurisdiction of municipalities.
Q4. Which Article deals with the functional items listed in the Twelfth Schedule?
- Article 243-U
- Article 243-W
- Article 243-ZA
- Article 243-T
Correct Option: 2. Article 243-W.
Explanation: Article 243-W of the Constitution of India authorizes the state legislature to endow municipalities with powers and responsibilities related to the 18 functional items listed in the Twelfth Schedule. These include areas like urban planning, water supply, solid waste management, etc., to help municipalities function as institutions of self-government.
Q5. Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of municipalities recognized by the 74th Amendment?
- Nagar Panchayat
- Municipal Corporation
- Municipal Council
- Zila Parishad
Correct Option: 4. Zila Parishad.
Explanation: Zila Parishads are part of rural governance (Panchayati Raj), not urban local governance.