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Sources of Revenue for Local Government

Civics ⇒ Local Government and Administration

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Describe the process by which local governments in India prepare their annual budget.
Describe the role of State Finance Commissions in strengthening the financial position of local governments.
Explain how grants-in-aid from the state government help local governments in India.
Explain the difference between tax revenue and non-tax revenue for local governments in India.
Explain the impact of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on the revenue sources of local governments in India.
Explain the importance of financial autonomy for local governments in India.
Explain the term 'octroi' and its status in India today.
List any three taxes that can be levied by rural local bodies in India.
List any two challenges faced by local governments in mobilizing revenue.
List any two ways in which local governments can raise loans for development projects.
Name any two non-tax sources of revenue for Panchayati Raj Institutions.
What is the main purpose of levying user charges by local governments?
What is the role of the Central Finance Commission in relation to local government finances?
What is the significance of user charges as a source of revenue for local governments?