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Rural Local Self-Government

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Card 1Overview of Panchayati Raj

What is the Panchayati Raj system?

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The Panchayati Raj system is a three-tier structure of rural local self-government in India. It allows villagers to manage their own affairs at the grassroots level. The three levels are: Village Panc

Card 2Gram Sabha

What is a Gram Sabha?

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The Gram Sabha is the general body of all adult villagers (18 years and above). It includes all men and women who live in the village. The Gram Sabha elects members to the Gram Panchayat. It meets at

Card 3Gram Panchayat

Who is a Sarpanch?

Answer

The Sarpanch is the elected head of the Gram Panchayat. He or she is chosen directly by the members of the Gram Sabha. The Sarpanch leads the meetings, represents the village, and ensures that develop

Card 4Comparison

What is the difference between Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat?

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The Gram Sabha is made up of all adult villagers and is like a village assembly. The Gram Panchayat is a smaller elected committee chosen by the Gram Sabha. While the Gram Sabha discusses and approves

Card 5Functions of Village Panchayat

What are the main functions of a Village Panchayat?

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The main functions include: building and maintaining village roads, providing clean drinking water, managing sanitation and public health, supervising primary schools and health centres, maintaining s

Card 6Nyaya Panchayat

What is a Nyaya Panchayat?

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A Nyaya Panchayat is a local court at the village level that resolves small civil and criminal cases. It can impose fines but cannot send anyone to jail. Its purpose is to provide quick and simple jus

Card 7Importance of Local Self-Government

Why is local self-government important in villages?

Answer

Local self-government is important because villagers know their problems best. They can make faster and better decisions about local issues like water, roads, and schools. It also teaches democracy, e

Card 8Administration

What is the role of the Panchayat Secretary?

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The Panchayat Secretary is a government-appointed officer who maintains records and registers of all work done by the Gram Panchayat. He is not elected but works as a permanent employee to help the Sa

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