With regard to the working of a Municipal Corporation answer the following questions:

(a) Giving three examples, state how compulsory functions are distinguished from optional functions.

(b) What organisational system exists for carrying out these functions

(c) Who is Municipal commissioner? How is he appointed?

With regard to the Municipal Corporation

(a) Distinguish between Municipal Corporation and Municipal Committee.

(b) Describe the three wings of the Municipal Committee.

(c) What is the role of the Deputy Commissioner at the district level?

Do you think that the urban local bodies in your city are effective performing their role? Give example from your personal experience to support your answer.

If you are made the Councillor of your area, what steps you would take to ensure the effective working of the Municipality in your area?