GK Question

polity medium mcq

The term of Panchayats is ______ years from the date of first meeting, and elections must be completed before expiry of term.

  1. 3
  2. 4
  3. 5
  4. 6

Answer: 5

Article 243E: Panchayat term is 5 years. If dissolved earlier, elections within 6 months; new Panchayat serves only remainder of term. State Election Commission (Article 243K) conducts elections, independent of State government. Ensures regular, free, fair local elections, strengthening grassroots democracy.

Topic Panchayati Raj - Term and Elections
Exam Relevance Electoral procedure question frequently asked in SSC and Railway exams