The Correct answer is All of the above.

• Local Self Government is an institution comprising locally elected representatives managing the affairs of the locality and providing locals with basic amenities.

features of the local self-government in India:

1. Decentralization -  

• It is necessary that in a democracy, tasks, which can be performed locally, should be left in the hands of the local people and their representatives.

• Democracy is about meaningful participation. It is at the level of local government that common citizens can be involved in decision making about their development.

• Democracy is also about accountability. Strong and vibrant local governments ensure both active participation and purposeful accountability.

• Local government is closest to the common people. It involves the governance and administration of the day-to-day life and problems of ordinary citizens. The local government believes that local knowledge and local interest are essential ingredients for democratic decision making.

• The advantage of local self-government is that it is so near the people that it is convenient for the people to approach the local government for solving their problems both quickly and with minimum cost.
• Therefore the local government is necessary for efficient and people-friendly administration. Local governments can be very effective in protecting the local interests of the people.