Question

With reference to the Panchayat Samiti, write a short note on the following:
Its functions

Answer 1

Functions:

1. To supervise and coordinate the working of Gram Panchayats.
2. To conduct higher education (higher secondary level and above) for a group of villages or at the block level.
3. To provide hospital and health services with various facilities at the community block level.
4. To pay special attention to the development of agriculture through undertaking minor irrigation schemes, distribution of quality seeds, and fertilisers.
5. To approve building plans, undertake other development works including roads and bridges within the circle of Panchayats.
6. To provide drinking water and execute other community development programmes/schemes.
7. To act as a link between the Gram Panchayat and Zila Parishad.