Question

Explain the functions of the Corporation.

Answer 1

According to the Municipal Corporation Act of 1976, the functions of Corporation may be classified into

1. Obligatory functions

2. Discretionary functions

1. Obligatory functions:

• Construction and maintenance of public roads, streets, bridges, markets, drains, dispensaries, etc.
• To make the boundaries of the Municipal Corporation limits.
• Making arrangements for conservancy drainage, removal of garbage, etc.
• Lighting and watering of public streets.
• Supply of filtered water for drinking purposes and unfiltered water for other purposes.
• Maintenance of public health, vaccination, etc.
• Regulation of sale of food, drugs, milk, etc.
• Establishing and maintaining schools for primary education etc.

2. Discretionary functions:

• Construction and maintenance of libraries, museums, rest houses, gardens.
• Taking a census, arranging and maintaining means of transport.
• Maintaining diary forms set up and maintain institutions for **** or incurable etc.
• Organising and maintaining maternity and *** centres for infant.