Local Self-Government: Rural — History & Civics STD 9 — Question
ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9History & CivicsLocal Self-Government: Rural3 Marks
Question
With reference to the Gram Panchayat, state the following. : It composition
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Answer
The composition of Gram Panchayat is as follows:
Sarpanch: He is the head of the Gram Panchayat. In some states, a Sarpanch is elected directly and in others indirectly by members of the Gram Panchayat. A Vice-Sarpanch from amongst its own members is also elected.
Members: Number of members of the Panchayat is fixed by the State. The membership of a Village Panchayat is between 5 to 31. In most of the States, a Village Panchayat has 5 to 9 members. One-third of the seats of the Panchayat are reserved for women. Seats are also reserved for Scheduled Castes/Tribes in proportion to their population in the village. The members are elected on the principle of Adult Franchise.
Office Bearers: Sarpanch and Vice-Sarpanch are honorary members. They are not paid a salary. A paid Secretary to the Panchayat and a Treasurer, if the Panchayat is large, are also appointed by the State Government through the district authorities.
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