Which institution governs the area that is in transition from rural to urban?

Correct option is B

Sol: The correct answer is (b) City Councils

Key Points:

According to Article 243Q of the Indian Constitution, states are required to establish three types of municipalities-

• Nagar Panchayats (City Councils) for areas transitioning from rural to urban.

• Municipal Councils for smaller urban areas.

• Municipal Corporations for larger urban areas.

Information booster:

Gram Panchayat:

• Covered under Article 243B (constitution of Panchayats at the village, intermediate, and district levels) and Article 243G, which defines the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Panchayats.

Panchayat Samitis:

• Covered under the broader provisions of Article 243B and 243C, which deal with the structure and composition of Panchayats at various levels, including the intermediate level (block level).

Gram Sabha:

• Covered under Article 243A, which defines the Gram Sabha as a body consisting of persons registered in the electoral rolls of a village within a Panchayat area, emphasizing grassroots democracy.

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