Question

The 74^th Amendments to the Constitution of India granted constitutional status to local self-government institutions.

Answer 1

The 74^th Amendments to the Constitution of India granted constitutional status to local self-government institutions, marking a major step toward democratic decentralisation.

74^th Amendment Act (1992)

• Came into effect on 1 June 1993.
• Provided constitutional status to Urban Local Bodies (Municipalities).
• Added Part IXA and the 12th Schedule (listing 18 functions for municipalities).