Q. Who is empowered to review financial position of the Panchayats?
a) Chairman of District Council
b) Chairman of Block Committee
c) Chief Minister
d) Finance Commission constituted by the Governor
Correct Answer : d) Finance Commission constituted by the Governor
Question from BPSC PT 71, 2025
Correct Answer: d) Finance Commission constituted by the Governor
Explanation:
– Under Article 243-I of the Constitution (73rd Amendment), the Governor of a state must constitute a State Finance Commission every five years to review the financial position of the Panchayats.
– This Commission recommends how to distribute taxes, fees, and grants between the state and Panchayats and suggests measures to improve their finances.
– The Chief Minister or chairpersons of District/Block bodies do not have this constitutional mandate.