Question

List the different functions of a municipality and explain it

Answer 1

The construction, diversion, maintenance and improvement of streets, bridges, squares, gardens, tanks, ghats, wells, channels, drains, latrines and urinals;The watering and cleaning of streets;Lighting;Water-supply;Conservancy including sewage disposal;Acquiring, keeping and equipping of open spaces for public purposes;Planting and preservation of trees;Construction of dwelling houses;Maintenance and improvement of education;Construction and maintenance of hospitals, dispensaries, orphanages, maternity houses, dharmasalas, guest houses etc.;Promotion of vaccination;Prevention of the spread of dangerous diseases;Construction and maintenance of municipal markets and slaughter houses;Assistance to public libraries;Giving of relief in time of famine, scarcity or any other natural calamity;