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Which Constitutional Amendment Act added the 12th Schedule to the Indian Constitution, dealing with the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Municipalities?
A. 72nd Amendment Act
B. 73rd Amendment Act
C. 74th Amendment Act✓ Correct Answer
D. 91st Amendment Act
💡 Solution & Explanation
The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 introduced Part IX-A and the 12th Schedule to provide constitutional status and devolved functional responsibilities to urban local bodies. The 73rd Amendment similarly empowered rural panchayats through the 11th Schedule.
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