Which among the following statements are correct with respect to Panchayat Raj System 1. Panchayati Raj was constitutionalized through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. 2. A panchayat reconstituted after premature dissolution continues only for the remainder of the period. 3. The chairperson of each panchayat is elected according to the law passed by the Parliament.?

Option 1 : 1 and 2

The Correct Answer is Option 1 i.e 1 and 2.

• Panchayat Raj System:
  • Part IX of the Constitution deals with Panchayat Raj System in India.
  • Panchayati Raj was constitutionalized through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992.
  • All the seats in panchayat are filled by direct election.
  • The chairperson of each panchayat is elected according to the law passed by the state legislature. Hence, Statement 3 is NOT correct.
  • Every panchayat can continue for a term of five years from the date of its first meeting.
  • It can be dissolved earlier in accordance with state law.
  • A panchayat reconstituted after premature dissolution continues only for the remainder of the period. But if the remainder of the period is less than 6 months it is not necessary to hold elections.
  • All the persons above 21 years of age and qualified to be a member of the state legislature are qualified as a member of panchayat.
  • A state can authorize a panchayat to levy, collect, and appropriate taxes, duties, tolls, etc.
  • Finance Commission is constituted for every 5 years to review the financial position of panchayats and make recommendations.
  • State election commissioner is appointed by the Governor for superintendence, direction, and control of elections to panchayats.