Mumbai man dies falling into manhole, third rain-related incident
The tragic incident highlights the recurring challenges of urban civic infrastructure safety and municipal accountability in metropolitan cities during extreme weather events. It underscores the critical need for proactive urban governance, rigorous maintenance of public utilities, and robust local body accountability. Addressing these infrastructural vulnerabilities is vital for ensuring public safety and climate-resilient urban planning.
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The recurring instances of civic infrastructure failures in Indian metropolitan areas during monsoon seasons point to systemic issues in urban planning and local governance. Examine the structural and administrative reforms required to make Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) more accountable and responsive to public safety needs.
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With reference to the Twelfth Schedule of the Constitution of India, which of the following functional areas fall under the purview of Municipalities? 1. Urban planning including town planning. 2. Regulation of land-use and construction of buildings. 3. Public health, sanitation, conservancy and solid waste management. 4. Fire services. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- A.1 and 3 only
- B.2, 3 and 4 only
- C.1, 2 and 3 only
- D.1, 2, 3 and 4
The Twelfth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, added by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992, contains 18 functional items of municipalities. All the options listed (Urban planning, land-use regulation, public health/sanitation, and fire services) are indeed part of these 18 matters, making civic administration and public safety directly their responsibility.
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