The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following?
- 1. People’s participation in development
- 2. Political accountability
- 3. Democratic decentralization
- 4. Financial mobilization
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1, 2 and 3 only
2 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
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UPSC IAS – 2015
– Democratic decentralization (Statement 3) is the core principle, transferring power and responsibilities from the central/state government to local elected bodies.
– This decentralization enables and encourages people’s participation in the planning and implementation of development programs (Statement 1).
– Political accountability (Statement 2) exists as the elected representatives are accountable to the local electorate, but it’s a consequence of democratic setup rather than the primary objective itself.
– Financial mobilization (Statement 4) is crucial for the functioning of PRIs and undertaking development projects, but it’s a means to achieve the objectives of development and governance, not the fundamental objective for establishing the system.