1.Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill
Context:
- The Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka Tuesday tabled a bill, which proposes to divide the state’s capital, Bengaluru, into smaller administrative zones for “effective governance”, and to “streamline political accountability” and “improve the quality of life”.
What the bill proposes:
- Though the bill proposed that the number of city corporations in the GBA “shall not exceed ten”, people aware of the developments say that it is likely to be split into five administrative zones.
- The bill specifies that the area falling under each of the city corporations will have a population of no more than 10 lakh, density of 5,000 people per square km, while revenue generated by the local unit will not be less than Rs 300 crore per annum.
- The GBA will have a three-tier system with city corporations and ward committees making up the second and third tiers, respectively, according to the proposal.
- The Authority will be headed by the Chief Minister, with Bengaluru Development, and Home and Urban Development ministers, among its 21 members.
2.KSR Brindavan park
Context:
- The authorities have initiated a project to upgrade Brindavan Park ,with an estimated budget of ₹2,663 crore under a ‘Public Private Partnership’ framework.
- A Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been and submitted to the Cauvery Irrigation Corporation by Sincere Architect Engineers from Rajasthan
- ‘Brindavan Recreational Park’ across a sprawling 198-acre area.
Highlights of the project include:
- The purpose of constructing a park over 198 acres.
- Submission of DPR by the Rajasthan Institute.
- Pending Cabinet approval.
- The report has been forwarded to the Finance Department for approval by the Cabinet Committee of the Government.
- The project is part of the ‘One District One Destination’ scheme, with Krishnarajasagar being chosen as the destination under the State Tourism Policy-2020.
Location and History:
- Brindavan Garden is situated in the Kaveri river basin, around 19 km northwest of Mysuru city. and In Srirangapattana of Mandya district
- It was originally constructed in 1927 and completed in 1932 under the supervision of Sir Mirza Ismail, the then Diwan of Mysore.
- The garden was designed to enhance the beauty of the Krishnarajasagar Dam and provide a recreational space for visitors.
Cultural and Economic Impact:
- The garden not only serves as a recreational spot but also plays a significant role in Karnataka’s cultural heritage.
- It supports local businesses such as hotels, restaurants, and souvenir shops, providing employment and economic opportunities to the region.
3.Implementation of Village Swaraj Act
Context:
- During a recent interview with Prakash Rathore , Chief Minister Siddaramaiah discussed the amendments made to the Karnataka State Village Swaraj and Panchayat Raj Act during his tenure in 2016.
- These initiatives utilized reservations for Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, and Women in local bodies.
What is village swaraj act
- The Village Swaraj Act, also known as the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act, 1993, and empowering local self-government institutions at the village level in Karnataka,
Features of the Village Swaraj Act:
- The Act provides for the establishment of Gram Panchayats (village panchayats) as the basic units of local administration.
- composition of Gram Panchayats, including provisions for reservations for (SCs), (STs), (OBCs), and Women in panchayat elections to ensure equitable representation.
- The Act details for conducting elections to Gram Panchayats, eligibility criteria for candidates, electoral rolls, and the conduct of elections in a democratic manner.
Powers and Functions:
- Preparation and implementation of plans for economic development and social justice.
- Provision of basic amenities such as drinking water, sanitation, street lighting, and roads.
- Promotion of agriculture, rural industries, and local crafts.
- Implementation of government schemes related to rural development, poverty alleviation, and welfare of marginalized communities
- Conservation of natural resources and environmental protection within their jurisdiction.
What is a PRI?
- Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) is a system of rural local self-governmentin India.
- PRI was Constitutionalized through the 73rdConstitutional Amendment Act, 1992 to build democracy at the grass roots level and was entrusted with the task of rural development in the country.
- 73rd amendment, the State enacted the Karnataka Panchayat Raj (KPR) Act, 1993to establish a three-tier PRI system at the village, taluk and district levels in the State and framed rules to enable PRIs to function as institutions of local self-government.
Committee on PRI:
