Correct option is A
The Twelfth Schedule was added to the Constitution of India by the 74th Amendment Act, 1992. It contains provisions related to the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Municipalities, aiming to strengthen local self-government in urban areas.
Information Booster:
The Twelfth Schedule lists 18 functions that Municipalities are responsible for, including urban planning, water supply, and sanitation. The 73rd Amendment, in contrast, introduced the Eleventh Schedule, which deals with Panchayats.
Additional Knowledge:
· 73rd Amendment: Introduced the Eleventh Schedule, dealing with Panchayats and rural local governance.
· 65th Amendment: Created the National Commission for SCs and STs.
· 44th Amendment: Related to changes in fundamental rights and property laws but not to the schedules.
