Functions of Municipal Council


 
 
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Functions of Municipal Council

In India, a Municipal Council (also known as MunicipalityNagar PalikaNagar Parishad or Nagar Palika Parishad) is an Urban Local Body that administers a city of population 100,000 or more. 

Composition

The members of the Municipal Council or Municipality are elected representatives for a term of five years. The town is divided into wards according to population, and representatives are elected from each ward separately. The members elect a chairperson and vice chairperson among themselves to preside over and conduct meetings. 

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Question : 1

Which of the following is a Functions of the municipal council

Right Option : C
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Question : 2

Establish hospitals, dispensaries, health centre and family planning centers in an urban area is a function of _____________.

Right Option : A
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Question : 3

Fill in the blanks:-

  • Members of Municipality are elected representatives for a term of ____________ years.
  • Make laws concerning housing, markets, and the supply of essential commodities like milk and water is a function of____________.
  • Municipal Council is also known as______________
Right Option : A
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