Question

"Local governments' have made a significant impact on Indian democracy. At the same time there are many difficulties". Explain.

CBSE Class X Social Science LA (5 Marks)

Answer 1

Impact of local self government on Indian democracy :

(a) Constitutional status for local government has helped to deepen democracy.

 (b) It has increased women's representation and voice in our democracy.

 Difficulties :

 (a) Gram Sabhas are not held regularly.

 (b) Most state governments have not transferred significant powers to local government.

(c) State governments do not provide adequate resources.

Answer 2

Impact of local self government on Indian  democracy :

(i) Constitutional status for local government has  helped to deepen democracy.

(ii) It has increased women’s representation and  voice in our democracy.

Difficulties :

(i) Gram sabhas are not held regularly.

(ii) Most state governments have not transferred  significant powers to local government.

(iii) State governments do not provide adequate  resources.