Question

With reference to the Gram Panchayat, state the following.

It composition

Write down the composition of Gram Panchayat.

Answer 1

The composition of the Gram Panchayat is as follows:

1. 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.
2. Members: The Number of members of the Panchayat is fixed by the State. The membership of a Village Panchayat is between 5 and 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.
3. 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.