Q. Which of the following are sources of funds for Panchayats:
  1. Collection of taxes on houses, market places, etc.
  2. Government scheme funds received through various departments of the government, routed via Janpad and Zila Panchayats.
  3. Donations for community works.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:

Answer: 1, 2 & 3
Notes: Panchayats receive funds from collection of local taxes, government scheme funds routed via higher Panchayat bodies, and voluntary donations for community purposes. These funding sources enable Panchayats to carry out administrative and development activities at the local level, as provided in the various Panchayat Acts and Guidelines.