Question

Which is the highest level of the Panchayati Raj system? Explain its functions.​

Answer 1

Answer:

In India, the Panchayati Raj now functions as a system of governance in which gram panchayats are the basic units of local administration. The system has three levels: Gram Panchayat (village level), Mandal Parishad or Block Samiti or Panchayat Samiti (block level), and Zila Parishad (district level).

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Answer 2

Answer:- The Zila Parishad is the highest level of the Panchayat Raj System.

Functions of Zila Parishad are as :-

Supervises the working of the Panchayats and the Block Samitis. Acts as a link between the Panchayat and the Block Samitis. Advises the State government on the working of the Panchayati Raj system. Approves the budget of the Block Samitis and distributes funds among them. Builds, maintains and inspects primary and secondary schools, dispensaries, health centres and hospitals. Supervises the functioning of developmental programmes and is responsible for the implementation of the five-year plans.