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Question 14 Marks
Women’s participation in the Gram Sabha:
Answer
A meeting of the women of a village is held before the meeting of the Gram Sabha. Here, women feel free to discuss a variety of issues. During the Gram Sabha, they speak with greater concern about issues such as drinking water, prohibition, employment, fuel, health etc. They also suggest measures for bringing about necessary changes.
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Question 24 Marks
The Chief Executive Officer:
Answer
  • The decisions taken by the Zilla Parishad are implemented by the Chief Executive Officer of the Zilla Parishad.
  • He is appointed by the State Government.
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Question 34 Marks
The Sarpanch:
Answer
  • The elections to a Gram Panchayat are held every five years.
  • The elected members elect a Sarpanch and Deputy Sarpanch from amongst themselves.
  • The meetings of the Gram Panchayat are held under the chairmanship of the Sarpanch.
  • It is his responibility to implement the development schemes of the village.
  • The members of the Gram Panchayat can bring a motion of no confidence against Sarpanch who is not carrying out his responsibilities properly.
  • In the absence of the Sarpanch, the Deputy Sarpanch looks after the work of a Gram Panchayat.
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