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Which constitutional provision provides for formation of a Gram Sabha?

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UGC NET Paper 2: Poltical Science 5th Dec 2019
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  1. Article 243 A
  2. Article 243 B
  3. Article 243 C
  4. Article 243 D

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Option 1 : Article 243 A
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The correct answer is Article 243A.

Key PointsGram Sabha:

  • According to Article 243A, the Gram Sabha is a meeting of all adults who live in the area covered by a Panchayat. This could be only one village or a few villages.
  • It is the only example of direct democracy in India.
  • Functions:
    • It keeps control of the Gram Panchayat. It makes the Gram Panchayat assume its part and be capable.
    • It keeps an eye on the elected representatives and in making them responsible to the persons who elected them.
    • To aid in the Panchayat's development plans and program's implementation.
    • To identify beneficiaries for different programs and schemes. 
    • To encourage harmony and cooperation among all facets of the village's society.
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