The local self-governing institution for a town with a population of twelve thousand and above is known as :

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• Consider the following statements in respect of protection of copyright in India I. Copyright is a legal right given to creators of literacy, dramatic, musical and artistic works and produces of cinematograph films and sound recordings. II. Copyright protects only the expression and not the ideas. There is no copyright in an idea. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [CDS 2009]
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• With reference to Indian Public Finance, consider the following statements: [IAS 2004] 1. Disbursements from Public Accounts of India are subject to the Vote of Parliament. 2. The Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of a Consolidated Fund, a Public Account and a Contingency Fund for each State. 3. Appropriations and disbursements under the Railway Budget are subject to the same form of parliamentary control as other appropriations and disbursements. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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