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The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act aimed at decentralisation of urban governance. Despite this, urban local bodies (ULBs) continue to face functional and financial autonomy challenges. Discuss.
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Syllabus: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.
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