6th Local bodies Flashcards
(23 cards)
How is a municipality upgraded to a corporation in Tamil Nadu?
When its population exceeds ten lakhs and it has high revenue.
How many corporations are there in Tamil Nadu?
21 corporations.
When was the Chennai Corporation founded?
1688.
What is the minimum population requirement for an area to be declared a Town Panchayat?
About 10,000 population.
Which was the first Municipality in Tamil Nadu?
Walajahpet Municipality.
Which state was the first to introduce a Town Panchayat in India?
Tamil Nadu.
Which two districts have the lowest number of Panchayat Unions in Tamil Nadu?
The Nilgiris and Perambalur, each with 4 Panchayat Unions.
How is the number of members determined for a District Panchayat?
One member elected for every 50,000 people.
On which days are Grama Sabha meetings convened mandatorily?
January 26, May 1, August 15, and October 2.
When was the Panchayat Raj Act enacted in India?
April 24, 1992.
When is National Panchayat Raj Day celebrated?
April 24.
What percentage of seats were won by women in the 2011 Local Bodies election?
38% of seats.
What was the original reservation percentage for women in local bodies?
33% reservation.
As per the Tamil Nadu Panchayats (Amendment) Act, 2016, what is the reservation percentage for women now?
50% reservation.
What is the tenure for representatives of local self-government bodies?
5 years.
How often are local body elections conducted by the State Election Commission?
Once every 5 years.
What is the current count of Village Panchayats in Tamil Nadu?
12,525 Village Panchayats.
What is the current number of Panchayat Unions in Tamil Nadu?
388 Panchayat Unions.
What is the current number of District Panchayats in Tamil Nadu?
36 District Panchayats.
What is the current number of Town Panchayats in Tamil Nadu?
490 Town Panchayats.
What is the current number of Municipalities in Tamil Nadu?
138 Municipalities.
What is the current number of Municipal Corporations in Tamil Nadu?
21 Municipal Corporations.
Where is the Tamil Nadu State Election Commission situated?
Koyambedu, Chennai.
