Answer:
A
major step towards decentralization was taken in 1992. The constitution has
amended to make the third tier more powerful and effective.
(i) Now it is mandatory to hold
regular elections for local government bodies.
(ii) Seats are reserved for Scheduled
Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other backward classes.
(iii) At least one-third of all positions
are reserved for women.
(iv) The State Election Commission monitors
the elections of municipalities and local governments of a state.
(v) The State governments are required to
share some powers and revenue with local government's bodies.
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