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Grassroots Democracy–Part 3 Local Government in Urban Areas
Class 6
Subject-Social Science
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Questions, activities and projects:
1. On your way to school, you and your friends notice that a water pipe is leaking. A lot of water is being wasted on account of the leak. What would you and your friends do in such a situation?
Answer:
- Inform the municipal corporation or local urban body immediately.
- Use a mobile app or helpline, if available, to report the issue.
- Ensure the problem is resolved by following up.
- Spread awareness among friends about saving water.
2. Invite a member of an urban local body near you to your class. Discuss with them their role and responsibilities. Prepare a set of questions to ask them so that the meeting is fruitful.
Answer: Questions for a member of an urban local body:
- What are your main responsibilities in managing the area?
- How do you ensure garbage disposal and cleanliness?
- What steps are taken to prevent water wastage and pollution?
- How do you include public opinions in your decisions?
- What challenges do you face in improving the city?.
3. Discuss with adult members of your family and neigh-bourhood, and make a list of their expectations from the urban local bodies.
Answer: Expectations of adults from urban local bodies:
- Clean and well-maintained roads and drains.
- Regular garbage collection and waste management.
- Reliable water supply and electricity.
- Affordable public transport and parking facilities.
- Safety measures in public spaces, including streetlights.
4. Make a list of characteristics of a good urban local body.
Answer: Characteristics of a good urban local body:
- Provides efficient services like sanitation and water supply.
- Maintains transparency in decisions and funds.
- Encourages citizen participation in governance.
- Resolves issues quickly and effectively.
- Focuses on sustainable development and eco-friendly solutions.
5. What are the similarities and differences between the Panchayati Raj system in rural areas and the urban local bodies?
Answer: Similarities and differences between Panchayati Raj and urban local bodies:
|
Aspect |
Panchayati Raj |
Urban Local Bodies |
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Location |
Rural areas |
Urban areas |
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Structure |
Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti,
Zila Parishad |
Municipal Corporation, Council,
Nagar Panchayat |
|
Functions |
Focus on agriculture, rural
roads, water |
Focus on infrastructure,
sanitation, transport |
|
Citizen Participation |
Through Gram Sabha |
Through Ward Committees |
|
Similarities |
Both are decentralized and have
elected members. |
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