What is the specific purpose of introducing Panchayati Raj governance?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → To ensure direct grassroot democracy.
Option (1) To ensure direct grassroot democracy. — Correct. Panchayati Raj translates literally to ‘governance by five individuals’. The idea is to ensure at the village or grass root level a functioning and vibrant democracy, where people take part directly in their own local government.
NCERT (2025-26): “Ideals of Panchayati Raj … Panchayati Raj translates literally to ‘Governance by five individuals’. The idea is to ensure at the village or grass root level a functioning and vibrant democracy. While the idea of grassroot democracy is not an alien import to our country, in a society where there are sharp inequalities, democratic participation is hindered on grounds of gender, caste and class.…” |