Important Days & Events MCQs

Social audits involve community members in scrutinizing the performance and expenditure of local bodies, promoting accountability.

E-governance platforms like e-Panchayat are designed to enhance the operational efficiency and transparency of Panchayats.

A significant challenge has been the limited functional autonomy and powers devolved to Panchayats by state governments.

While the amendment mandates reservations for women, SCs, and STs, the method of electing the Sarpanch (village head) is left to the states to decide.

The amendment recognized Panchayats as the third tier of government in rural areas.

The Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992, gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions.

The anticipated theme for National Panchayati Raj Day 2026 is 'Empowering Rural India Through Local Governance,' emphasizing the role of local self-governance.

National Panchayati Raj Day is observed on April 24th each year to commemorate the enactment of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act.

The UN General Assembly adopted resolution 71/295 on June 12, 2017, proclaiming April 24th as the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace.

The SDGs are a universal call to action by all countries to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030, representing a major multilateral undertaking.