Question

Who calls the meetings of the gram sabha and gram panchayat?

Answer 1

The Gram Panchayat has a Secretary who is appointed by the government. The Secretary is responsible for calling the meeting of the Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat and keeping a record of the proceedings.

Answer 2

There is a secretary common to both Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat. He keeps record of all the proceedings of the discussions on village issues.

He is not elected by the villagers or other members of the Panchayat, but is appointed by the Government.

He is entitled with the responsibility of calling the meetings of the Gram Sabha as well as the Gram Panchayat.