What are urban local bodies and what are their functions? Class 6

What are urban local bodies and what are their functions? Class 6

The Big Questions (Page 173)

Question 1.

What are urban local bodies and what are their functions? Class 6

Answer:

Urban local bodies mean local government structures in urban areas. They are the group of elected people who take care of the needs of cities and towns.

Functions:

1. They manage clean water supply, electricity, garbage collection and disposal.
2. Organise a campaign against the use of single use plastic.
3. Conduct health camps.
4. Collect local taxes and fines.
5. Check the implementation of government schemes.
6. Take care of infrastructure — road, parks, school, streets.
7. Plans for the social and economic development.

Question 2.

Why are they important in governance and democracy? Class 6

Answer:

Urban local bodies are important because they give people a voice to ensure the way their city should be run. When citizens vote for their representatives, they can choose people who understand their needs. This helps make sure that everyone’s opinion matters and that decisions are made for the benefit of the community. They are decentralised and operate under a central authority at the top.