Delhi Cabinet Approves Reorganization: 11 Revenue Districts Become 13
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Key Facts
Delhi government increased the number of revenue districts from 11 to 13.
The restructuring aligns revenue district boundaries with MCD zones.
Aims to improve administration and service delivery.
Plans to establish multi-departmental mini secretariats in each district.
UPSC Exam Angles
Constitutional provisions related to local governance and administration.
Role and functions of revenue departments in states and union territories.
Impact of administrative reforms on service delivery and citizen satisfaction.
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Delhi Revenue Districts Reorganization
Map showing the location of Delhi and the impact of the revenue district reorganization. The new district, New Delhi, is highlighted.
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Practice Questions (MCQs)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the recent reorganization of revenue districts in Delhi: 1. The primary objective is to align revenue district boundaries with the zones of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). 2. The newly created 'New Delhi' district will encompass areas under the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and Delhi Cantonment. 3. The reorganization aims to decentralize administrative functions by establishing multi-departmental mini secretariats in each district. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: D
All three statements accurately reflect the aims and outcomes of the Delhi government's reorganization of revenue districts. Aligning with MCD zones, creating the 'New Delhi' district, and establishing mini-secretariats are all key aspects of the initiative.
2. Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of a District Magistrate (DM) in India? 1. The DM is primarily responsible for maintaining law and order within the district. 2. The DM acts as the chief revenue officer, overseeing land records and revenue collection. 3. The DM is responsible for the implementation of all central government schemes within the district. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- A.1 only
- B.1 and 2 only
- C.2 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: D
All three statements correctly describe the multifaceted role of a District Magistrate. They are responsible for law and order, revenue administration, and implementation of government schemes.
3. Assertion (A): The reorganization of revenue districts in Delhi aims to improve administrative efficiency and citizen access to services. Reason (R): Smaller administrative units generally allow for better monitoring and implementation of government programs. In the context of the above statements, which of the following is correct?
- A.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- B.Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
- C.A is true but R is false
- D.A is false but R is true
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Answer: A
Both the assertion and the reason are true, and the reason correctly explains why the reorganization aims to improve efficiency and access. Smaller units facilitate better oversight and implementation.
4. Which of the following committees is NOT directly associated with reforms in Indian administration?
- A.ARC - Administrative Reforms Commission
- B.Santhanam Committee
- C.Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
- D.Sarkaria Commission
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Answer: D
The Sarkaria Commission was primarily concerned with Centre-State relations, while the other committees focused on administrative reforms. The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee focused on Panchayati Raj institutions.
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