Tehsildar is appointed by —

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D. The Board of Revenue. Appointment of Tehsildar: In Rajasthan, Tehsildars are appointed by the Revenue Board. The Revenue Board oversees land revenue management, tax collection, and other administrative functions. The Board ensures that officers like Tehsildars perform their duties effectively. Role of a Tehsildar: They are the principal revenue officers of a tehsil (sub-district). They are responsible for revenue collection, maintenance of land records, and implementation of government schemes. They act as a link between the state government and local administration in rural areas. Board of Revenue: Establishment: ● Established on August 12, 1949, under Ordinance No. 22 of 1949 of the Rajpramukh (Head of State). ● In 1956, the Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956 was enacted, which superseded this ordinance. ● The Board of Revenue is the highest revenue court of the state. ● The Board of Revenue of Rajasthan is located in Ajmer. ● It consists of at least 5 members. ● The initial jurisdiction in revenue matters lies with the Assistant Collector. ● Appeals against the decisions of the Assistant Collector can be filed with the Revenue Appellate Authority. 7. According to the provisions of the Rajasthan Municipal Act, 2009, maximum number of persons that can be nominated by the State Government in Municipal Council is - (1) 10 (2) 12 (3) 8 (4) 6 (5) Question Not Attempted Ans - (3) Explanation - Rajasthan Municipalities Act, 2009 Effective from: September 15, 2009 According to the provisions of Section 6: Maximum number of persons who can be nominated by the State Government: ■ In a Municipal Corporation: 12 persons ■ In a Municipal Council: 8 persons ■ In a Municipal Board: 6 persons These are individuals who possess special knowledge or experience in municipal administration and who may be nominated by the State Government through a notification. Section 74 Section 74 pertains to maintaining a list and map of immovable municipal property. Important Acts related to Municipalities in Rajasthan ● Rajasthan Municipal Act, 1951 ● Rajasthan Municipal Act, 1959 ● Rajasthan Municipal Act, 1994 ● Rajasthan Municipal Act, 2009 ● Rajasthan Municipal Amendment Bill, 2021