Urbanisation has become a significant trend in India, with a large number of people moving to cities and towns in search of better opportunities and a higher quality of life.…

Municipal Personnel Systems in India In India, there are three main types of municipal personnel systems. Personnel engaged in urban governance may belong to one of the following: Separate Personnel…

The municipalities are formed for the administration of smaller cities and towns. They are also known as municipal councils, municipal committees, municipal boards, city municipalities, etc. They are set up…

In India, the Mayor is the head of a municipal body that oversees cities and towns. The mayor is regarded as the city's first citizen, and the manner of electing…

Application of Urban Local Governance Provisions to Union Territories The President of India is empowered to direct the provisions of this act that shall apply to any union territory subject…

Reservation of Seats in Urban Local Bodies for SCs, STs, and Women Reservation for SCs and STs: The Act provides for reservation of seats for the scheduled castes and the…

Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) are local governing bodies responsible for the administration of cities and towns in India. They are given constitutional status under the Constitution (74th Amendment) Act 1992,…

Making gram sabhas vibrant: Ministry of Panchayati raj has recommended following suggestions for reforming gram sabhas: To hold gram sabha meetings at least 6-12 times in a year with a…

The aim of PRIs is to bring about decentralisation of power and promote local governance by empowering people at the grassroots level. These institutions have played a crucial role in…

Article 243M empowers Parliament to extend the provisions of the Panchayat to the Scheduled Areas and Tribal Areas by law. In 1994, the Central Government constituted a 22-member expert committee…