Question

What is the constitutional role of the District Planning Committees (DPCs) in decentralized planning?

• A. To centralize all decision-making at the district level
• B. To prepare development plans by involving people from village and town panchayats
• C. To only implement plans formulated by the state government
• D. To replace state planning boards entirely

Answer 1

Answer:

B. To prepare development plans by involving people from village and town panchayats

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The District Planning Committees (DPCs) are constitutionally mandated bodies under Article 243ZD. Their role is to involve people from village panchayats and town panchayats in the preparation of district-level development plans, ensuring that the planning process is participatory and takes into account local needs and priorities.

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