In which part of the constitution is the state enjoined to establish Panchayat Raj institutions?
Last updated May 13, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option B —
Directive Principles
Specifically, Article 40 of the Indian Constitution, which is part of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), states: "The State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government."
Key Historical Context:
While the "enjoining" or instruction to the State was originally placed in the Directive Principles (which are non-justiciable), the Panchayati Raj system was later given constitutional status through the 73rd Amendment Act of 1992.
Part IV: Contains Article 40 (The original mandate).
Part IX: Was added by the 73rd Amendment to provide a detailed framework for Panchayats (Articles 243 to 243O).
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