Which constitutional body listed below most directly embodies the principle of decentralisation in India?
Answer
B) Panchayati Raj Institutions
The correct answer is B) Panchayati Raj Institutions — Select the option that best matches the definition.
Step-by-step solution
- Recall the meaning of decentralisation: transfer of powers to lower levels of government.
- Identify which option operates at the grassroots level.
- Recognise that Panchayati Raj Institutions are statutory bodies at village, block and district levels.
- Confirm that the other options function at national or constitutional levels, not at local self‑government.
- Select the option that best matches the definition.
Common mistake: Choosing Lok Sabha because it is a representative body, overlooking the local‑level focus of Panchayati Raj.
Concept tested: Decentralisation
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