What is the full form of sdm?

The full form of SDM is Sub-Divisional Magistrate. ### Role and Significance The SDM is a very powerful and influential administrative position in India, holding both executive and judicial powers at the sub-division level of a district. * Sub-Division: A district in India is typically divided into several smaller administrative units called sub-divisions (or tehsils/talukas in some states). * Executive Role: The SDM is generally responsible for law and order in their area, revenue administration, disaster management, and coordinating various government schemes. They act as the mini-District Collector for their sub-division. * Judicial/Quasi-Judicial Role: They have the authority to act as an executive magistrate, handling cases related to public peace and safety (under the Code of Criminal Procedure) and presiding over revenue courts. Often, the person appointed as an SDM is a young officer from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) or a high-ranking officer from the respective State Civil Service. It is a crucial training and operational role for future District Collectors.