Local Government Quiz - CBSE Class 5 Social Science
Free practice quiz: Local Government (CBSE Class 5 Social Science). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.
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What is the primary role of local government?
- To manage national defense
- To organize community events
- To conduct foreign relations
- To oversee space exploration
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Answer: B. To organize community events
Local governments handle local affairs such as organizing events, maintaining public services, and infrastructure within a community.
Which role is crucial for improving civic amenities in a town?
- Prime Minister
- Municipal Councillor
- President
- Chief Minister
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Answer: B. Municipal Councillor
Municipal Councillors play a critical role in enhancing local civic amenities as they are part of the municipal council responsible for city management.
What is the main source of income for local governments?
- Import taxes
- Local taxes
- Exports
- National subsidies
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Answer: B. Local taxes
Local governments rely mainly on local taxes such as property tax, water tax for revenue to fund public services and infrastructure.
Which document gives powers to the Panchayati Raj system in India?
- The Constitution of India
- The United Nations Charter
- The Indian Penal Code
- The Indian Education Act
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Answer: A. The Constitution of India
The Panchayati Raj system is empowered by the Constitution of India, especially through the 73rd Amendment, which institutionalized Panchayati Raj.
Which system of local governance exists in urban areas?
- Municipalities
- Panchayats
- Gram Sabha
- Zila Parishad
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Answer: A. Municipalities
In urban areas, local governance is managed through municipalities, which handle civic and infrastructural needs of towns and cities.