Q. With reference to Cantonment Boards in India, consider the following statements:
1.The Cantonments Act of 2006 repealed the earlier Cantonments Act of 1924.
2.The executive officer of a Cantonment Board is appointed by the President of India.
3.All members of a Cantonment Board are nominated by the Ministry of Defence.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation

  • The Cantonments Act, 2006 repealed the older Cantonments Act of 1924.
  • The Executive Officer is appointed by the President of India and is from the central cadre.

A Cantonment Board comprises both elected and nominated members. Residents of the cantonment area elect some members, while others (like military officers and officials) are nominated or serve ex-officio.

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