Panchayats in India have been given the power and authority to carry out functions of self- governance. Choose their functions from the following:

(A) To make amendments in the constitution.
(B) To promote schemes that will enhance social justice.
(C) To create plan for the entire district.
(D) To levy, collect and appropriate taxes, duties and toll.
(E) To prepare plans and schemes for economic development.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(B), (D), (E) only

The correct answer is option 3: (B), (D), (E) only

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 empowered Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) with the authority to function as institutions of self-governance. Their key responsibilities include:

• (B) To promote schemes that will enhance social justice – Yes, this is a core function aimed at inclusivity and equity.

• (D) To levy, collect and appropriate taxes, duties and toll – Yes, Panchayats are authorized to generate revenue through local taxation.

• (E) To prepare plans and schemes for economic development – Yes, they are responsible for local planning related to agriculture, infrastructure, and rural development.

Incorrect options:

• (A) To make amendments in the constitution – No, this is the power of Parliament, not Panchayats.

• (C) To create plan for the entire district – No, this is the responsibility of the District Planning Committee, not the Panchayat.