Polity of Himachal Pradesh

 

FAQs on Polity of Himachal Pradesh

What is the administrative structure of Himachal Pradesh?

Himachal Pradesh follows a three-tier administrative structure:

  • State Level: The state is governed by the Governor, who is the constitutional head, and the Chief Minister, who is the head of the government. The state legislature is unicameral, consisting of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly.
  • District Level: The state is divided into 12 districts, each headed by a Deputy Commissioner/District Magistrate.
  • Local Level: Each district is further divided into tehsils, blocks, and panchayats, responsible for local governance.

 Who is the current Governor and Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh?

As of July 10, 2024, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is Rajendra Arlekar, and the Chief Minister is Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.

 How many seats are there in the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly?

The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly has 68 seats.

Which are the major political parties in Himachal Pradesh?

The major political parties in Himachal Pradesh are:

  • Indian National Congress (INC)
  • Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
  • Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
  • Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M))

How often are elections held for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly?

Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly are held every five years unless dissolved earlier.

What is the role of the High Court in Himachal Pradesh?

The Himachal Pradesh High Court, located in Shimla, is the highest judicial body in the state. It has jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases arising in the state.

What is the Panchayati Raj system in Himachal Pradesh?

The Panchayati Raj system in Himachal Pradesh is a three-tier structure of local self-government comprising Gram Panchayats at the village level, Panchayat Samitis at the block level, and Zila Parishads at the district level.

 

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