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Explain the composition of Zilla Panchayat. |
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Answer» Under the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act 1993, there shall be constituted for each district a Zilla Panchayat, having jurisdiction over the entire district. These members shall be elected directly from each taluk. Each Zilla Panchayat consists of 1. Elected members 2. MPs and MLAs representing constituencies in districts. 3. Members of Rajyasabha and MLC’s registered as electors in districts. 4. Presidents (Adhyakshyas) of Taluk Panchayats. All these members are entitled to take part in the proceedings and vote at the meetings of Zilla Panchayats. Seats are reserved for SC’s and ST’s on the basis of population, in district. The elected members of Zilla Panchayat hold office for 5 years. The Zilla Panchayat shall meet once in 2 months. 1/3 of local members constitute quorum. |
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