Indian Panchayati Raj System
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Who can participate in the Gram Sabha meeting?

  • Adults over 21 years old
  • Only elected representatives
  • All adults living in the area covered by a Panchayat (correct)
  • Adults who have completed high school education
  • What is the role of the Ward Member (Panch) in the Gram Panchayat?

  • Represent a specific ward and get elected by its residents (correct)
  • Serve as the Gram Panchayat President
  • Preside over the Gram Sabha meetings
  • Appoint the Secretary of the Gram Panchayat
  • How long is the term of office for members of the Gram Panchayat?

  • Three years
  • Four years
  • Six years
  • Five years (correct)
  • Who appoints the Secretary of the Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat?

    <p>State government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the Secretary of the Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat?

    <p>Keep records of the proceedings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Gram Sabha

    • A meeting of all adults who live in the area covered by a Panchayat, which can be one or multiple villages.
    • Membership includes anyone 18 years old or more with the right to vote.

    Village Panchayat

    • Divided into wards, which are smaller areas.
    • Each ward elects a representative known as the Ward Member (Panch).

    Gram Panchayat

    • Comprises Ward Panchs and the Sarpanch (Panchayat President).
    • Elected for a five-year term.
    • Responsible for local governance.

    Secretary

    • Appointed by the government, not an elected person.
    • Responsible for calling meetings of the Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat.
    • Keeps a record of the proceedings.

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    Learn about the Gram Sabha, a meeting of adults living in a Panchayat area, the election process of Ward Members, and the governance structure in rural India.

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