Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Local Governments

Question:

In 1989 which Committee recommended constitutional recognition for the local government bodies?

Options:

P.K. Thungon Committee

Local bodies Committee

Sarkaria Committee

B.P. Mandal Committee

Correct Answer:

P.K. Thungon Committee

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1 - P.K.Thungon Committee

In 1989 the P.K.Thungon Committee recommended constitutional recognition for the local government bodies.

After 1987, a thorough review of the functioning of local government institutions was initiated. In 1989 the P.K.Thungon Committee recommended constitutional recognition for the local government bodies. A constitutional amendment to provide for periodic elections to local government institutions, and enlistment of appropriate functions to them, along with funds, was recommended.