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The Sarpanch
Sarpanch of Gram Panchayat.
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Solution
- The Gram Panchayat is the village-level body of the three-tier Panchayati Raj system, established by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992.
- It consists of elected members (Panchs), and the Sarpanch, who is the head, is elected from among them.
- The Sarpanch leads meetings, implements development schemes, and oversees village administration.
- Elections are held every five years. In the Sarpanch’s absence, the Deputy Sarpanch takes charge.
- A Secretary, appointed by the government, handles administrative duties.
- If the Sarpanch fails in duties, a no-confidence motion can be passed by members.
- The Gram Panchayat functions under the Panchayat Samiti and Zila Parishad.
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| (iii) Recharging | (c) Member of the Panchayat |
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