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Exercises
🎓 Class 6
Social Science
CBSE
Theory
Ch 11 — Grassroots Democracy — Part 2: Local Government in Rural Areas
⏱ ~15 min
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Chapter Summary — Key Points
Three-Tier System
Rural local government is organised into three levels: Gram Panchayat (village), Panchayat Samiti (block), and Zila Parishad (district).
Self-Governance
Democracy works through direct participation (Gram Sabha) and elected representatives (Sarpanch, Panchayat members).
Inclusive Development
Panchayati Raj gives rural people self-governance to manage local issues and collaborate on development plans, with reservations for women and disadvantaged groups.
Exercises — Questions, Activities & Projects
Recap: Panchayati Raj at a Glance
Bloom: L2 UnderstandFigure: Scope of responsibilities at each tier of the Panchayati Raj system.
Exercise 1 — Name the Three Tiers
Bloom: L2 Understand
Without looking at the text above, can you name the three tiers of the Panchayati Raj system? What are the key functions of each of the three tiers?
✅ Answer
1. Gram Panchayat (Village level): Handles local issues like water supply, road maintenance, sanitation, and primary education. The Gram Sabha (all adult voters) elects members and a Sarpanch.2. Panchayat Samiti (Block level): Coordinates development plans across multiple Gram Panchayats, collects their proposals, and facilitates fund allocation from the district and state.
3. Zila Parishad (District level): Oversees the functioning of all Panchayat Samitis in the district, presents consolidated plans to the State government, and manages district-wide development programmes.
Exercise 2 — Letter to the Sarpanch
Bloom: L6 Create
Write a letter to the Sarpanch regarding the issue of plastic bags lying on the roadside in your village.
💡 Guidance
Your letter should include: (a) a respectful greeting, (b) a clear description of the problem — plastic bags littered along roadsides causing pollution and harm to animals, (c) possible solutions — placing dustbins at regular intervals, organising awareness campaigns, banning single-use plastics in the village, conducting a cleanliness drive, and (d) a request for a Gram Sabha discussion on the issue. Remember to be polite and constructive.
Exercise 3 — Ideal Gram Panchayat Member
Bloom: L4 Analyse
In your view, what type of person should be a Gram Panchayat member? What qualities should they have?
💡 Guidance
An ideal Gram Panchayat member should be: honest and transparent, aware of the village's needs, a good listener who values everyone's opinion, committed to development and welfare (especially of children, women, and disadvantaged groups), educated enough to understand government schemes, and willing to work selflessly for the community. They should be approachable and fair in resolving disputes.
Exercise 4 — Road Safety Near a Village School
Bloom: L4 Analyse
Suppose you study in a village school located next to a highway. Students find it difficult to cross the road when coming to school or leaving. What are the options to solve this issue? Which Panchayati Raj institutions can help? What can the students do?
✅ Guidance
Options: Install a speed-breaker near the school, construct a footbridge or pedestrian crossing, request traffic signals or a school zone sign, deploy a crossing guard during school hours.Institutions: The Gram Panchayat can raise the issue in the Gram Sabha and pass a resolution. The Panchayat Samiti can coordinate with the district highway authority. The Zila Parishad can allocate funds for a pedestrian overpass.
Students can: Write a petition to the Sarpanch, form a safety awareness group, follow road safety rules, and raise the issue in their Bal Sabha if one exists.
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Competency-Based Questions — Exercises
Case Study: In a village in Madhya Pradesh, a female Sarpanch belonging to a tribal community introduced a cleanliness drive, set up solar-powered streetlights, and ensured that all girls in the village were enrolled in school. She faced opposition initially but won support through transparency and regular Gram Sabha meetings.
Q1. Which provision of the Panchayati Raj system made it possible for a tribal woman to become Sarpanch?
L2 Understand
Answer: (B) — The Panchayati Raj system reserves one-third of seats for women and has provisions for SC/ST reservation, enabling women from tribal communities to hold leadership positions.
Q2. The Sarpanch overcame opposition by holding regular Gram Sabha meetings. This demonstrates that:
L3 Apply
Answer: (B) — Regular Gram Sabha meetings allow all citizens to see how decisions are made, voice concerns, and build trust. Transparency is fundamental to the success of local self-governance.
Q3. How does the Sarpanch's focus on girls' education contribute to the overall development of the village? Explain in 3-4 sentences.
L4 Analyse
Model Answer: Ensuring girls' education contributes to village development in multiple ways. Educated girls grow up to become informed citizens who can participate effectively in governance, earn livelihoods, and contribute to the village economy. Education reduces child marriage, improves family health awareness, and lowers infant mortality. When women are educated, they can better advocate for their rights and the welfare of their families, creating a positive cycle of development.
Creative Q. If you were asked to create an award called "Best Gram Panchayat," what five criteria would you use to judge the villages? Design the award certificate.
L6 Create
Hint: Think about criteria like: cleanliness and sanitation, children's school enrolment, women's participation in governance, transparency in fund utilisation, and community welfare initiatives. For the certificate, include the award title, village name, criteria met, date, and signatures of the judging committee.
🎯 Practice Questions — Exercises
✅ True or False
The Gram Sabha is an assembly of only the village elders and leaders.
FALSE
The Panchayat Secretary helps in administrative duties like calling meetings and maintaining records.
TRUE
Popatrao Pawar's work in Hiware Bazar focused on industrial development.
FALSE
Corrections:
1. The Gram Sabha includes all adult voters (registered residents) of the village, not just elders.
3. Popatrao Pawar focused on rainwater harvesting, watershed conservation, and massive tree planting to make Hiware Bazar green and prosperous.
1. The Gram Sabha includes all adult voters (registered residents) of the village, not just elders.
3. Popatrao Pawar focused on rainwater harvesting, watershed conservation, and massive tree planting to make Hiware Bazar green and prosperous.
🔗 Match the Following
1. Sarpanch
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(a) Maintains land records
2. Patwari
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(b) Head of Gram Panchayat
3. Panchayat Secretary
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(c) Calls meetings and keeps records
4. Zila Parishad
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(d) Highest tier of Panchayati Raj
Answers: 1→(b), 2→(a), 3→(c), 4→(d)
✨ Think & Create
Create a short comic strip (4-6 panels) showing how a village problem (like a broken hand pump) gets solved through the Panchayati Raj system — from a villager raising the issue to the problem being fixed.
💡 Guidance
Panel 1: A villager discovers the broken hand pump. Panel 2: They report it at the Gram Sabha meeting. Panel 3: The Sarpanch discusses it with the Panchayat Secretary. Panel 4: The Panchayat Samiti allocates repair funds. Panel 5: A mechanic fixes the hand pump. Panel 6: Villagers celebrate the restored water supply. Use speech bubbles and simple drawings!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important questions in Class 6 Civics Part 3 — Exercises?
The exercise section of Class 6 Civics covers competency-based questions aligned with CBSE CBQ format. These include multiple-choice questions testing analysis and application skills, assertion-reason questions requiring logical reasoning, and short and long answer questions that develop critical thinking. Students should practise all question types to prepare for board examinations.
How should I prepare for Class 6 Civics exercises?
To prepare effectively, first read the complete NCERT chapter thoroughly. Then attempt the exercises without referring to the textbook. Check your answers against the NCERT solutions. Focus on understanding concepts rather than memorising answers. Practise CBQ-format questions as they test higher-order thinking skills like analysis, evaluation, and application.
Are NCERT exercises enough for Class 6 Civics board exam preparation?
NCERT exercises form the foundation of board exam preparation for Class 6 Civics. CBSE recommends NCERT as the primary textbook, and most board questions are based on NCERT content. However, students should also practise competency-based questions and assertion-reason questions in the latest CBSE format to score well.
What is the CBQ format in Class 6 Civics?
CBQ stands for Competency-Based Questions, introduced by CBSE to test higher-order thinking skills. These questions present a passage, data, or case study followed by questions that require students to analyse, evaluate, or apply their knowledge rather than simply recall facts. CBQ questions are an important part of the current CBSE examination pattern.
How many marks are exercises worth in Class 6 Civics?
In the CBSE board examination for Class 6, Civics carries a significant weightage. The exercises help students practise the types of questions that appear in the exam, including objective questions, short answer questions, and long answer questions. Regular practice of NCERT exercises ensures thorough preparation for all question formats.
What types of questions are included in NCERT Class 6 Civics exercises?
NCERT Class 6 Civics exercises include a variety of question types such as fill in the blanks, true or false, match the following, short answer questions, long answer questions, map-based questions, and activity-based questions. The MyAISchool interactive version adds CBQ-format questions and assertion-reason pairs for comprehensive exam preparation.
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