Constitution of India · Section Article 243P
Definitions
Article 243P — Definitions
requires,—
- (a) “Committee” means a Committee constituted under article 243S;
- (b) “district” means a district in a State;
- (c) “Metropolitan area” means an area having a population of ten lakhs or more, comprised in one or more districts and consisting of two or more Municipalities or Panchayats or other contiguous areas, specified by the Governor by public notification to be a Metropolitan area for the purposes of this Part;
- (d) “Municipal area” means the territorial area of a Municipality as is notified by the Governor;
- (e) “Municipality” means an institution of self-government constituted under article 243Q;
- (f) “Panchayat” means a Panchayat constituted under article 243B;
- (g) “population” means the population as ascertained at the last preceding census of which the relevant figures have been published.
Plain English Summary
This article defines key terms used in the laws related to local self-government in India. It clarifies what a 'Committee', 'district', 'Metropolitan area', 'Municipality', and 'Panchayat' are, along with how population figures are determined for these purposes.
Key Points
- Committee: Refers to a body set up under Article 243S.
- District: A geographical division within a State.
- Metropolitan Area: An area with ten lakh or more people, comprising multiple districts and municipalities/Panchayats.
- Municipality & Panchayat: These are institutions of local self-government established under specific articles.
- Population: Refers to the population count from the last official census.
Why It Matters
These definitions are crucial because they establish the legal boundaries and structures for how local governance bodies (like Municipalities and Panchayats) operate and are recognized across the country.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.