What is the primary role of Gram Sabha in Panchayati Raj?

Providing an open forum for discussion on developmental activities.

The correct answer is Option (3) → Providing an open forum for discussion on developmental activities.

Gram Sabha 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.