The correct answer is: B. Chaudhary Bhajan Lal
Chaudhary Bhajan Lal was the Chief Minister of Haryana from 1979 to 1985, from 1991 to 1996, and from 1999 to 2005. He was the first Chief Minister of Haryana to complete a full five-year term.
The Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994 was enacted during his third term as Chief Minister. The Act was a major step forward in the decentralization of power in Haryana. It provided for the establishment of three-tier Panchayati Raj institutions at the village, block, and district levels.
The Act also provided for the devolution of powers and functions to these institutions. This included the power to levy taxes, collect fees, and undertake development works.
The Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994 has been a major success. It has led to a significant improvement in the functioning of Panchayati Raj institutions in Haryana. It has also helped to empower the people at the grassroots level.
Chaudhary Bhajan Lal was a visionary leader who played a key role in the development of Haryana. He was a strong advocate of Panchayati Raj and his efforts led to the enactment of the Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994. This Act has been a major step forward in the decentralization of power in Haryana and has helped to empower the people at the grassroots level.
The other options are incorrect.
- Option A: Chaudhary Devi Lal was the Chief Minister of Haryana from 1977 to 1979.
- Option C: Chaudhary Bansi Lal was the Chief Minister of Haryana from 1970 to 1977 and from 1987 to 1990.
- Option D: None of the above is correct.