Test 11-Grassroots Democracy-Part2 Local Govt in Rural Areas

 Social Science Test

 Chapter-11(Grassroots Democracy – Part 2: Local Government in Rural Areas)

Class 6                      (Total Marks: 25)

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Instructions:

• All questions are compulsory.
• Answer neatly and to the point.
• Marks are assigned as per question type.

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Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) [1 × 5 = 5 Marks]

Choose the correct option:

1. What is the primary purpose of the Panchayati Raj system?
a) To build roads and highways
b) To provide self-governance at the village level
c) To monitor national elections
d) To manage international trade

2. Who elects the members of the Gram Panchayat?
a) The Prime Minister
b) The State Government
c) The Gram Sabha (village assembly)
d) The District Collector

3. Who is the head of the Gram Panchayat?
a) Patwari
b) Sarpanch
c) District Collector
d) Panchayat Secretary

4. Which level of Panchayati Raj functions at the district level?
a) Gram Panchayat
b) Block Panchayat
c) Zila Parishad
d) Municipal Corporation

5. What is the role of a Panchayat Secretary?
a) To maintain land records
b) To provide legal advice
c) To keep records and call meetings
d) To organize cultural events

Section B: Very Short Answer Questions (1 Mark Each) [1 × 5 = 5 Marks]

6. What is a Gram Sabha?

7. Who is responsible for maintaining land records in villages?

8. Name the three levels of the Panchayati Raj system.

9. What is the primary role of the Sarpanch?

10. Which government initiative focuses on building roads in rural areas?

Section C: Short Answer Questions (2 Marks Each) [2 × 2 = 4 Marks]

11. Why is the Panchayati Raj system called a form of self-governance?

12. How are women encouraged to participate in Panchayati Raj institutions?

Section D: Long Answer Questions (3 Marks Each) [3 × 2 = 6 Marks]

13. Describe the structure of the Panchayati Raj system.

14. What are the responsibilities of the Gram Panchayat?

Section E: Long Answer Question (5 Marks) [5 × 1 = 5 Marks]

(Attempt any ONE of the two questions)

15. Explain the importance of the Gram Sabha in rural governance.

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16. How did the Hiware Bazar village become an example of successful governance through the Panchayati Raj system?