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Statewise GK · Q475

West Bengal GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 475

Q475

The West Bengal Panchayat Act, 1957 for the first time introduced

A.
Self-rule in the Gram Panchayat
B.
The principle of adult franchise in the rural self-governing bodies
Answer
C.
Three-tier Panchayati Raj System
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The West Bengal Panchayat Act, 1957 for the first time introduced the principle of adult franchise in the rural self-governing bodies. Another distinct feature of this Act was Gram Sabha which was the only structure where direct democracy was possible in the vast democratic country.