NCERT Solutions-Grassroots Democracy-Part 3-Class 6 SST

Questions, activities and projects

1. On your way to school, you and your friends notice that a water pipe is leaking. A lot of water is being wasted on account of the leak. What would you and your friends do in such a situation?

Answer: 

 If you see a leaking water pipe on your way to school:

Tell an adult or report it to the local urban body or municipal office to prevent water wastage.

2. Invite a member of an urban local body near you to your class. Discuss with them their role and responsibilities. Prepare a set of questions to ask them so that the meeting is fruitful.

Answer: 

Meeting with an urban local body member:

   – Ask questions like:

     – What are your main responsibilities?

     – How do you solve problems in the area?

     – What challenges do you face in your job?

     – How can citizens help you do your job better?

3. Discuss with adult members of your family and neigh-bourhood, and make a list of their expectations from the urban local bodies.

Answer:

Expectations from urban local bodies (from discussions with adults):

   – Keep streets clean.

   – Provide clean drinking water.

   – Ensure proper waste management.

   – Fix roads and street lights.

4. Make a list of characteristics of a good urban local body.

Answer: Characteristics of a good urban local body:

   – Responsive to people’s needs.

   – Keeps the area clean and safe.

   – Manages resources well.

   – Listens to citizen complaints.

5. What are the similarities and differences between the Panchayati Raj system in rural areas and the urban local bodies?

Answer: 

Similarities and differences between Panchayati Raj and urban local bodies:

   – Similarities: Both are elected by people and work to improve local areas.

   – Differences: Panchayati Raj is for rural areas, while urban local bodies work in cities and towns.

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In-Text Questions:

Grassroots Democracy Part-1 Governance

Grassroots Democracy Part-2 Local Government in Rural Areas

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