Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

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

Question:

The Panchayat that has the authority to hear some petty, civil and criminal cases is:-

Options:

Zila Panchayat

Nyaya Panchayat

Gram Sabhas

Gram Panchayat

Correct Answer:

Nyaya Panchayat

Explanation:

Nyaya Panchayats have been constituted in some states in India. They possess the authority to hear some petty, civil and criminal cases. They can impose fines but cannot award a sentence. These village courts have often been successful in bringing about an agreement amongst contending parties. They have been particularly effective in punishing men who harass women for dowry and perpetrate violence against them