The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following? 1. People's participation in development 2. Political accountability 3. Democratic decentralization 4. Financial mobilization Select the correct answer using the code given below.

The correct answer is (c) because the primary objectives of the Panchayati Raj system are to achieve democratic decentralization and ensure people's participation in development by empowering grassroots institutions. Option (a) is the most tempting wrong choice, but political accountability is a general feature of all democratic tiers rather than a specific objective of PRIs, and financial mobilization is a functional tool rather than a fundamental goal. This question tests the core philosophy and constitutional intent behind the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act.