Question

Who among the following suggested democratic decentralization?

• A. Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
• B. Tendulkar Committee
• C. Narasimham Committee
• D. Chelliah Committee

Hint:

Decentralization & Panchayati Raj → think \textbf{Balwant Rai Mehta (1957)}.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Recall committee purposes.
- Balwant Rai Mehta (1957): Recommended democratic decentralization via the three-tier Panchayati Raj system.
- Tendulkar: Poverty estimation methodology.
- Narasimham: Banking/financial sector reforms.
- Chelliah: Tax reforms (expert committee on taxation).
Step 2: Match the keyword.
“Democratic decentralization” $\Rightarrow$ Panchayati Raj $\Rightarrow$ Balwant Rai Mehta.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Hence, the correct answer is (A) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee.