The correct answer is (a) April 24.
National Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated on April 24 every year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992. The Act provides for the establishment of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) at the village, intermediate and district levels. PRIs are institutions of self-government at the grassroots level and are entrusted with the task of planning, implementation and monitoring of development programmes.
The 73rd Amendment Act was a major step towards decentralization of power and empowerment of the people. It has led to the establishment of PRIs in all states and union territories of India. PRIs have played a significant role in the development of rural areas and have helped to improve the lives of the people.
The following are the options for the question:
(a) April 24: This is the correct answer. National Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated on April 24 every year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992.
(b) May 24: This is not the correct answer. National Panchayati Raj Day is not celebrated on May 24.
(c) November 26: This is not the correct answer. National Panchayati Raj Day is not celebrated on November 26.
(d) December 26: This is not the correct answer. National Panchayati Raj Day is not celebrated on December 26.