The correct answer is: d) All of the above.
Local governance in Tamil Nadu includes bodies like Panchayats and Municipalities, District Councils, and Village Assemblies.
Panchayats are local self-government institutions in rural areas. They are responsible for a wide range of functions, including agriculture, rural development, education, health, and sanitation.
Municipalities are local self-government institutions in urban areas. They are responsible for a wide range of functions, including water supply, sanitation, roads, and public transport.
District Councils are local self-government institutions in districts. They are responsible for a wide range of functions, including planning, development, and coordination of activities of Panchayats and Municipalities.
Village Assemblies are traditional village councils that exist in some parts of Tamil Nadu. They are responsible for a wide range of functions, including dispute resolution, social welfare, and maintenance of public infrastructure.