​Local Self Government in Rajasthan

Panchayats

  • Rajasthan has a three-tier system of Panchayati Raj. Rajasthan was the first state to impose the two-child norm as a condition for standing in elections.
  • Rajasthan is also the first state in the country to fix a minimum educational qualification for contesting elections to Panchayati Raj institutions.
  • However, this amendment was superseded by another amendment in the year 2019.
  • Fifteen states, including Rajasthan, have enacted a law for 50% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj institutions.

Structure of Panchayat in Rajasthan

Reorganization of Gram Panchayat and Panchayat Samitis (Katariya Committee)

  • A 3-member cabinet sub-committee (Katariya ....
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