Exam Details

Post: Municipal Secretary (Grade III) / Secretary Block Panchayat

Department: Urban Affairs / Rural Development

Paper Code: 122/2015

Date of Exam: 04.07.2015

Conducted by: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)

Overview of the Exam

The Kerala PSC Municipal Secretary (Grade III) / Secretary Block Panchayat Exam is conducted to recruit candidates for administrative roles in Urban Affairs and Rural Development Departments. The exam assesses candidates' knowledge in public administration, local governance, rural and urban development, finance, general awareness, and analytical skills.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The question paper covers topics related to local governance, administration, public policies, financial management, and general knowledge. Below is a detailed syllabus breakdown:

1. Public Administration & Local Governance

• Structure and functions of Urban Local Bodies (Municipalities & Corporations)
  
• Panchayati Raj System – Three-tier structure, roles, and responsibilities
  
• Urban Development & Planning – Smart cities, town planning, sustainable urban development
  
• Rural Development Programs – MGNREGA, NRLM, PMAY-G, rural infrastructure development
  
• Decentralization & E-Governance in local self-government institutions
  
• Role of Municipal Secretary & Block Panchayat Secretary in governance

2. Kerala & Indian Constitution, Policies, and Laws

• Kerala Municipality Act & Kerala Panchayat Raj Act – Functions, powers, and duties
  
• Indian Constitution – Fundamental rights, directive principles, center-state relations
  
• Public policies & social welfare schemes in Kerala and India
  
• Land Revenue System & Urban Land Management

3. Financial Management & Budgeting in Local Governance

• Financial administration of Urban and Rural Local Bodies
  
• Budgeting and audit procedures in municipalities and panchayats
  
• Revenue sources – Property tax, grants, development funds
  
• GST and its impact on local bodies

4. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala’s history, geography, economy, and major industries
  
• Important government schemes related to urban and rural development
  
• Recent developments in public administration and local governance
  
• Science, technology, and environmental issues

5. Logical Reasoning & Numerical Ability

• Arithmetic – Percentages, profit & loss, ratio & proportion
  
• Data interpretation – Graphs, tables, and case studies
  
• Logical reasoning – Number series, syllogisms, statement-assumption questions

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