Grama Sabha

The Grama Sabha is the grassroots-level democratic assembly and decision-making body of Local Self-Government Institutions (Grama Panchayats).

Key details regarding the Grama Sabha are as follows:

1. Structure

  • Members: All registered voters residing within a panchayat ward are members of that ward's Grama Sabha.

  • Chairperson: The respective Ward Member / Councillor serves as the Chairperson (President) of the Grama Sabha.

  • Convener: The proceedings of the Grama Sabha are coordinated by an official designated by the Panchayat (Convener).

2. Key Roles and Powers of Grama Sabha

  • Development Projects: Discuss development proposals and plans of the panchayat and determine their order of priority.

  • Selection of Beneficiaries: Select eligible beneficiaries for various government and panchayat schemes and welfare benefits.

  • Budget and Accounts: Review the panchayat’s income and expenditure statements, annual plans, and budget.

  • Social Audit: Ensure transparency in development works and evaluate the quality of implemented projects.

3. Meetings

  • The Grama Sabha must convene at least 4 times a year (once every three months).

  • Quorum: A minimum of 10% of the total voters in the ward must attend to constitute a quorum (with mandated representation of women).