Question 8 of 9intermediate🔍 AnalyzeShort Answer3 marks

Make a list of characteristics of a good urban local body.

Correct Answer

A good urban local body should have the following characteristics:

  1. Responsive to citizen needs and grievances with efficient redressal mechanisms.

  2. Ensures efficient delivery of essential services like water supply, waste management, and infrastructure maintenance.

  3. Maintains transparency in its functioning, finances, and decision-making processes.

  4. Encourages active citizen participation in local governance through ward committees and public meetings.

  5. Implements government schemes effectively and reaches benefits to intended beneficiaries.

  6. Collects taxes and fees fairly and uses public funds responsibly.

  7. Maintains clean, healthy, and safe environment for all residents.

  8. Has accessible elected representatives who regularly interact with citizens.

  9. Plans for the area's economic and social development.

  10. Works in coordination with state and central government for overall development.

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Explanation

The chapter describes urban local bodies as 'decentralised' mechanisms where 'citizens living in an area come together and take decisions about what is best for them.' It emphasizes that citizens must 'perform their duties' and 'show care and concern for their area.' A good urban local body effectively balances service delivery, citizen participation, and transparent governance.

Solution Steps

  1. Responsive to citizen needs and grievances with efficient redressal mechanisms

  2. Ensures efficient delivery of essential services like water supply, waste management, and infrastructure maintenance

  3. Maintains transparency in functioning, finances, and decision-making processes

  4. Encourages active citizen participation in local governance through ward committees and public meetings

  5. Implements government schemes effectively and reaches benefits to intended beneficiaries

  6. Collects taxes and fees fairly and uses public funds responsibly

  7. Maintains clean, healthy, and safe environment for all residents

  8. Has accessible elected representatives who regularly interact with citizens

  9. Plans for the area's economic and social development

  10. Works in coordination with state and central government for overall development

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