Q. Who is famously known as the 'Architect of Panchayati Raj'?
Answer: Balwantrai Gopalji Mehta
Notes: Balwantrai Gopalji Mehta (1900-1965) was the second Chief Minister of Gujarat and is known as the 'Architect of Panchayati Raj' for promoting democratic decentralisation. He chaired the committee recommending Panchayati Raj and was a freedom fighter and Congress leader.