West Bengal - Study Mode

[#561] West Bengal was the first state to hold the Panchayat elections with the official participation of the political parties. It was adopted in the year
Correct Answer

(A) 1978

Explanation

Solution: West Bengal was the first state to hold the Panchayat elections with the official participation of the political parties. It was adopted in June, 1978.

[#562] The West Bengal Panchayat Act, 1957 for the first time introduced
Correct Answer

(B) The principle of adult franchise in the rural self-governing bodies

Explanation

Solution: The West Bengal Panchayat Act, 1957 for the first time introduced the principle of adult franchise in the rural self-governing bodies.
Another distinct feature of this Act was Gram Sabha which was the only structure where direct democracy was possible in the vast democratic country.

[#563] The rules and regulations of the Municipal Administration of the state are described in the
Correct Answer

(B) West Bengal Municipal Act, 1993

Explanation

Solution: The rules and regulations of the Municipal Administration of the state are described in the West Bengal Municipal Act, 1993.

[#564] The only cantonment in West Bengal is in
Correct Answer

(A) Barrackpur

Explanation

Solution: The only cantonment in West Bengal is in Barrackpur.

[#565] The office of Zila Parishad is located in the
Correct Answer

(A) district headquarters

Explanation

Solution: The office of Zila Parishad is located in the District headquarters. The Sabhadhipati is the head of the Zila Parishad.