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Consider the following statements The goal of empowering Gram Sabha as the voice of P...........

General Studeis (IB) Indian Polity

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Consider the following statements:

The goal of empowering Gram Sabha as the voice of Panchayats through Article 243A of the constitution was to provide a democratic basis to decentralized decision making.
The Ministry of Environment and Forests, has recently modified a circular it issued in 2009 and allowed building activities in forests areas without the need for Gram Sabha consent.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1only

2only

Both 1 and2

Neither 1 nor2

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Explanation:

- Statement 1: This statement is correct. Article 243A of the Indian Constitution indeed aims to empower the Gram Sabha with a democratic role in decentralized decision-making, providing a grassroots voice in the governance process.

- Statement 2: This statement is incorrect. The Ministry of Environment and Forests requires Gram Sabha consent for certain activities in forest areas. While changes in regulations can occur, as of my last update, this specific modification has not been confirmed.

- Option 1: Only statement 1 is correct.

- Option 2: Only statement 2 is correct, which is not true here.

- Option 3: Both statements are correct, which is not the case.

- Option 4: Neither statement is correct, which is not true here.

Correct Answer: Option 1, 1 only

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