Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: The Constitution and Social Change

Question:
What is Gramasabha?
Options:
Gram Sabha consists of the entire body of citizens in a village.
Gram Sabha is the basic unit of local democracy.
Grama sabha is same as Panchayath.
Both 1 and 2
Correct Answer:
Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
The three-tier system of Panchayati Raj Institution : The structure is like a pyramid. At the base of the structure stands the unit of democracy or Gram Sabha. This consists of the entire body of citizens in a village or grama. It is this general body that elects the local government and charges it with specific responsibilities. The Gram Sabhas ideally ought to provide an open forum for discussions and village-level development activities and play a crucial role in ensuring inclusion of the weaker sections in the decision-making processes.