Consider the following about the Panchayat Secretary. 1. S(he) is appointed and not an elected person. 2. S(he) is responsible for conducting meetings of the Gram Sabha 3. S(he) is, however, subordinate to the Gram Panchayat. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Consider the following about the Panchayat Secretary. 1. S(he) is appointed and not an elected person. 2. S(he) is responsible for conducting meetings of the Gram Sabha 3. S(he) is, however, subordinate to the Gram Panchayat. Which of the above statements is/are correct? Correct Answer 1, 2 and 3
The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3.
Key Points
- She is not an elected person but is appointed by the government. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
- The role of Panchayat Secretary is defined by State rules/regulations and laws. Some of her roles in general are -
- She shall maintain the required registers of the Gram Panchayat.
- She is subordinate to the Gram Panchayat and shall function under the control of the Sarpanch of the Gram Panchayat. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
- She shall conduct and attend the meeting of the Gram Panchayat or any committee thereon. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.
- She shall take responsibility for the protection of Panchayat lands and properties.
- She shall report of encroachments, damage, or misuse of Panchayat lands and buildings if any to the higher authorities.
- She shall assist Gram Sabha in the identification of beneficiaries, disbursement of loans, and their recoveries.
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Feb 20, 2025