The correct answer is: a) Two
The Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj system has two tiers: Gram Panchayats (GPs) and Mandal Parishads (MPs).
- Gram Panchayats (GPs) are the lowest tier of the Panchayat Raj system. They are responsible for local development and welfare activities in their respective villages.
- Mandal Parishads (MPs) are the intermediate tier of the Panchayat Raj system. They are responsible for planning and implementing development schemes in their respective mandals.
The Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj system was established in 1959. It is based on the principle of decentralisation of power and provides for the participation of people in local governance.
The Panchayat Raj system in Andhra Pradesh has been successful in promoting local development and improving the lives of people in rural areas. It has also helped to empower women and marginalized groups.
The following are the details of each option:
- a) Two. The Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj system has two tiers: Gram Panchayats (GPs) and Mandal Parishads (MPs).
- b) Three. The Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj system does not have three tiers.
- c) Four. The Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj system does not have four tiers.
- d) Five. The Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj system does not have five tiers.