Question

Which statement is true in terms of 'Gram Sabha'?
1. It is not a permanent body
2. It is not defined in the Constitution of India
3. It is primary body of the Panchayati Raj System
4. None of these

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : It is primary body of the Panchayati Raj System

The correct answer is It is the primary body of the Panchayati Raj System.

• Gram Sabha is the Sabha of the electorate.
• All other Panchayati Raj institutions like the Gram Panchayat, Block Panchayat, and Zilla Parishad are constituted by elected representatives.
• The decisions taken by the Gram Sabha cannot be annulled by any other body. 
• The term Gram Sabha is defined in the Constitution of India under Article 243(b).
• Gram Sabha is the primary body of the Panchayati Raj system and by far the largest.