Correct Answer: Balwantrai Mehta Committee

Solution : The correct answer is (c) Balwantrai Mehta Committee

The committee that recommended the establishment of District Rural

The Balwantrai Mehta Committee, officially known as the "Committee on Panchayati Raj Institutions" was set up in 1957 by the Government of India. The committee was chaired by Balwantrai G. Mehta, a prominent Indian politician and social worker.

The Balwantrai Mehta Committee submitted its report in 1957, recommending the establishment of three-tier Panchayati Raj institutions in India. These institutions aimed to decentralize power and decision-making, and promote rural development by strengthening local self-governance.

As part of its recommendations, the Balwantrai Mehta Committee proposed the creation of District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs). DRDAs were envisioned as independent and specialized agencies at the district level, responsible for implementing rural development programs and coordinating various development efforts.

Therefore, the Balwantrai Mehta Committee recommended the establishment of District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) in India.