Here is the notes for Class 6 NCERT Political Science – Chapter 6: “Rural Administration”:
Rural Administration
- Rural administration deals with law and order, land records, and conflict resolution in villages.
- Many officials work to ensure smooth functioning in rural areas.
Role of the Police
- Maintains law and order in the area.
- Investigates crimes like:
- Theft
- Fights
- Property disputes
- Helps in maintaining peace.
- People can file a First Information Report (FIR) to report a crime.
Police Station
- Each village falls under a specific police station.
- The station covers several villages.
Maintenance of Land Records
- The Patwari is responsible for maintenance of land records in the village.
- Has different names in different states (e.g., Lekhpal, Kanungo, Karamchari, Village Officer).
Role of the Patwari
- Keeps and updates land records.
- Measures land and maintains maps.
- Collects land revenue.
Role of the Tehsildar (or Revenue Officer)
- All States in India is divided into district
- District is subdivided into tehsil, taluka, etc,
- At the head is the District Collector and under her are the revenue officers, also known as tehsildar
- Supervises Patwaris.
- Ensures:
- Proper collection of land taxes
- Resolving land disputes
- Helping people get certified copies of land records
- Ensuring land records are available for public inspection
Need for Fair Land Records
- Helps prevent and solve disputes.
- Ensures farmers get loans using land as security.
- Useful for legal and personal purposes.
Hindu Succession Amendment Act, 2005
- In the new law sons, daughters and their mothers can get an equal share in their land.
- The same law will apply to states and union territories of the country.
Importance of Rural Administration
- Ensures justice and equality for rural citizens.
- Helps in solving disputes peacefully.
- Supports farmers and landowners with proper documentation.