Question

Q.11 "Local self-government has made a significant impact on Indian democracy at the
same time there are many difficulties" Explain.​

Answer 1

Answer:

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.