Question

Panchayati Raj is a system of governance in which gram panchayats are the basic units of administration. Select the appropriate statements regarding the functions of Panchayat:

1. Establishment of primary health centres and primary schools
2. Construction of large dams
3. Development of small and cottage industries
4. Construction of National highways

Options

• 1 and 2

• 2 and 4

• 3 and 4

• 1 and 3

Answer 1

1 and 3

Explanation:

Panchayats handle local services like establishment of primary health centres and primary schools and the development of small/cottage industries; large dams and national highways are the responsibility of state/central authorities.