Question

Name one difference between local government and local self-government unit.

Answer 1

1. Local government: The administration of a locality is looked after by the officials appointed by the state.
2. Local self-government: It is an institution of locally elected representatives managing the affairs of the locality and providing them with basic amenities.

Answer 2

Sr No.	Local Government	Local Self-Government
1.	It is controlled and supervised by the state or central government.	It is run by locally elected representatives.
2.	Officials are appointed, not elected.	People participate directly in managing local issues.
3.	People do not directly participate in decision-making.	It focuses on local needs, such as water supply, sanitation, roads, and public health.
4.	Its main function is to implement laws and policies made by higher authorities.	It promotes democracy at the grassroots level.