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With reference to the administrative, political framework, and Panchayati Raj system of Uttar Pradesh, consider the following statements:
- 1. In the state of Uttar Pradesh, the head of 'Khetriya Panchayats' (Block Pramukh) is elected directly by the public, whereas the chairperson of the Zila Panchayat is elected indirectly by the elected members of the concerned Zila Panchayat from amongst themselves.
- 2. In Uttar Pradesh, the Mayor of 'Municipal Corporations' (Nagar Nigams) is elected directly by the registered voters of the city through a direct election system, and the Mayor is the ex-officio chairperson of the 'Executive Committee' of the Municipal Corporation.
- 3. In the Uttar Pradesh State Legislature, the 'Legislative Council' (Vidhan Parishad) is a permanent house with a total strength of 100 members, and it was first constituted under Article 171 of the Indian Constitution whose members are elected through various electorates (such as graduates, teachers, local bodies, and the legislative assembly).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Detailed Explanation
To determine the correct statements regarding the administrative and political structure of Uttar Pradesh, let us analyze each statement:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: In Uttar Pradesh, the Block Pramukh (head of Khetriya Panchayats) is not elected directly by the public. Instead, they are elected indirectly by the elected members of the Khetriya Panchayats (BDC members) from amongst themselves. However, the second part regarding the Zila Panchayat chairperson being elected indirectly is correct.
- Statement 2 is correct: The Mayors of Nagar Nigams (Municipal Corporations) in Uttar Pradesh are directly elected by the city's registered voters, and the Mayor serves as the ex-officio chairperson of the Executive Committee of the Municipal Corporation.
- Statement 3 is correct: The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council is a permanent upper house consisting of 100 members, established under Article 171 of the Constitution, with members elected from specialized constituencies including graduates, teachers, and local authorities.
Therefore, only statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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