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    Question

    Article 40 of the Indian constitution describes the

    establishments of Panchayat in rural regions. Such institution is headed by Sarpanch which is elected for a period of 5 years by members of Gram Sabha. In India Panchayati Raj started on ________
    A 1 October, 1989 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 October, 1959 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1 October, 1958 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1 September,1952 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The first Panchayat was inaugurated by then Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru on 2 October, 1959 at Nagaur District of Rajasthan. The Panchayats are self-governing body which has distinct and well defined functions. It mainly works in rural regions. Panchayats are headed by Sarpanch which is elected for a period of five years by the members of Gram Sabha.

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