Karnataka to review ₹1,261 crore for gram panchayats to improve decentralised governance
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims + Mains·
Fiscal federalism and decentralised governance: a key GS2 topic regarding Panchayati Raj funding.
Why in news
The Karnataka government announced a committee review of the Fifth State Finance Commission's recommendations to allocate ₹1,261 crore for gram panchayats to enhance decentralised governance.
Background
The Karnataka government will review the Fifth State Finance Commission's recommendations for ₹1,261 crore for gram panchayats, ₹557 crore for taluk panchayats, and ₹183 crore for zilla panchayats. A committee led by the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister will oversee the review and consult experts from the National Law School of India University.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact₹1,261 crore: Amount recommended by the Fifth State Finance Commission for gram panchayats in Karnataka
- Fact₹557 crore: Amount recommended for taluk panchayats in Karnataka
- Fact₹183 crore: Amount recommended for zilla panchayats in Karnataka
- BodyNational Law School of India University: Institution to be consulted for expert advice on decentralised governance
Prelims practice question
Which institution will be consulted by the Karnataka government for expert advice on decentralised governance?
- (a)National Law School of India University
- (b)Tata Institute of Social Sciences
- (c)Indian Institute of Public Administration
- (d)Delhi School of Economics
Show answer
Answer: (a) National Law School of India University — The note states that the committee will consult experts from the National Law School of India University.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how strengthening the fiscal autonomy of Gram Panchayats through State Finance Commission recommendations can enhance grassroots democracy in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Fiscal decentralisation: Balancing state-level oversight with local bodies' financial autonomy
- Institutional bottleneck: Delays in fund devolution affecting rural infrastructure and service delivery
- Capacity building: Need for administrative training in gram panchayats to manage large-scale devolved funds
Keywords: Fiscal Federalism · Grassroots Democracy · Decentralised Governance · State Finance Commission · Panchayati Raj Institutions
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