Q. Which of the following were the first two states in India which established Panchayati Raj in 1956?
Answer: Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh
Notes: The correct answer is Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh. In 1956, these two states were pioneers in implementing the Panchayati Raj system, which aimed to promote grassroots democracy and local self-governance in rural areas. Rajasthan was the first to adopt this system, followed by Andhra Pradesh. The initiative was part of a broader effort to decentralize power and enhance local administration in India.
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