GK Question

polity medium true_false

The 73rd and 74th Amendments have successfully ensured regular elections, reservation implementation, and financial devolution to local bodies across all States.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: False

While 73rd/74th Amendments institutionalized local self-government, implementation gaps persist: (a) Irregular elections in some States, (b) Inadequate devolution of functions/funds/functionaries (3 Fs), (c) Limited capacity building, (d) Political interference in State Election Commissions. Second Administrative Reforms Commission (2007) highlighted need for genuine empowerment. Progress is uneven but significant.

Topic Local Government - 73rd/74th Amendments - Impact
Exam Relevance Critical evaluation question for UPSC Mains and advanced SSC exams
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