Question

Discuss the functions of Gram panchayat.

Answer 1

Functions of gram panchayat.

• Formulate plans for the development of Gram panchayat. 
• Preparation of Budget of Gram panchayat. 
• Collection and maintenance of necessary information and statistics relating to the panchayat. 
• Provide relief during natural calamities like floods, famine or earthquakes. 
• Encouragement to agriculture.
• Encouragement and development of poultry and pisciculture. 
• Support to khadi and cottage industries. 
• Protection of public health and support family welfare programmes. 
• Encouraging rural housing by providing houses and sites to weaker sections. 
• Promote cleanliness through underground drainage system. 
• Provide drinking water and prevent water pollution. 
• Construction and maintenance of roads, buildings, and bridges.
• Rural electrification. 
• Encourage primary and higher education. 
• Support and implement poverty alleviation programmes. 
• Support adult education and informal education. 
• Construction and maintenance of libraries and reading rooms. 
• Regulation of market and fairs. 
• Strive for the welfare of women and children. 
• Strive for the welfare of weaker sections.
• Preservation of Public distribution system 
• Maintenance of public gardens and stadiums. 
• Maintenance of graveyards. 
• Strive and support welfare of physically challenged (handicapped) and mentally retarded. 
• Function as per directed by Panchayat Raj Act from time to time.