Q. What was the main purpose behind bringing Panchayati Raj system in India?
Answer: Decentralisation of the political power to the general people.
Notes: Decentralisation of power to connect the masses with politics was the original objective behind bringing Panchayati Raj system in India. The Local Government is a government at the village and district level. Local Government is about the government closest to the common people. Local government is about government that involves the day-to-day life and problems of ordinary citizens. Local government believes that local knowledge and local interest are essential ingredients for democratic decision making. They are also necessary for efficient and people-friendly administration. The advantage of local government is that it is so near the people.

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