Question

How many members are there in gram panchayat? 1: 5–7, 2: 5–13, 3: 5 ,4: 9​

Answer 1

A gram panchayat consists of 5-7 members.

Explanation:

• In a village, a gram panchayat consists of 5-7 members.
• These members are elected by the wards in a village and they are called "panch".
• Panchayat is considered a functional body in the village where the important issues are highlighted and discussed.
• It possesses a large power to take any decision as it consists of judicial and executive bodies.
• The panchayat also collects taxes on behalf of the villagers.