Question

Mention any two functions of a Gram Sabha.

Functions of Gram Sabha.

What are the functions of Gram Sabha?

Answer 1

Following are the functions of Gram Sabha:

• Consideration of the annual statement of accounts.
• Reviewing the auditing report of the Gram Panchayat.
• Examination of the administrative report of the preceding year.
• Discussion of the programme of work for the upcoming year.
• Consideration of taxation proposals and other specific developmental schemes.
• Approval of community service and voluntary labour activities.
• In the first meeting, consideration of the budget prepared by the Gram Panchayat.
• In the second meeting, we reviewed the Gram Panchayat functioning and development planning.
• In Odisha, the panchayat recommends development works and suggests enhanced labour tax.
• Acts as the base of the Panchayati Raj system and influences the Gram Panchayat.
• Elects the members and Chairperson of the Panchayat.
• Functions as a grassroots-level institution.
• Ensures the continuation and operation of Gram Sabhas in respective areas.