alleryStart learning →Members of panchayat institutions are chosen by:
AState nomination
BDirect election
CCourt appointment
DSeniority lists
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Direct election
1. The amendment settled how members get their seats.
2. Panchayat institutions are elected directly by the people.
3. Dissolution must be followed by fresh elections.
_Source: syllabus Political Science, 'Indian Constitution at Work' Ch 8 'Local Governments' (keps208)_
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