In which Constitutional amendment did Panchayati Raj became Constitutional ?

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JKSSB SI Official Paper (Held On: 12 Dec 2022 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is 73rd.

Key Points

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act was passed in 1992 and came into effect on 24th April 1993.
This amendment added Part IX to the Constitution, titled "The Panchayats," covering Articles 243 to 243O.
The Act provided a constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions, ensuring their establishment, empowerment, and functioning.
It mandated the creation of Panchayats at the village, intermediate, and district levels.
The amendment also introduced the concept of Gram Sabha as a foundational element of the Panchayati Raj system.

Additional Information

Part IX of the Constitution:
- Part IX details the structure, powers, and responsibilities of Panchayats and Gram Sabhas.
- It includes provisions for the regular conduct of elections, reservation of seats for SCs, STs, and women, and the establishment of State Finance Commissions.
Article 40:
- Article 40 of the Directive Principles of State Policy directs the state to organize village panchayats and endow them with the necessary powers and authority.
Eleventh Schedule:
- The 73rd Amendment introduced the Eleventh Schedule to the Constitution, listing 29 functions to be devolved to Panchayats.
State Election Commissions:
- The amendment mandates the establishment of State Election Commissions to conduct free and fair elections to the Panchayati Raj institutions.