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CLASS 6 · SOCIAL STUDIES · CHAPTER 11

Grassroots Democracy — Part 2: Local Government in Rural Areas

Simple answers to the three end-of-chapter questions on the three tiers of Panchayati Raj and people’s participation in village government.

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Textbook pages 170

Question 1

Can you name the three tiers of the Panchayati Raj system? What are the key functions of each of the three tiers?

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Gram Panchayat: village needs; Panchayat Samiti: coordinates several villages; Zila Parishad: coordinates district-wide plans.

Answer

The three tiers are village, block and district.

Question 2

Write a letter to the Sarpanch regarding the issue of plastic bags lying on the roadside in the village.

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Describe where the plastic is, explain its effects, and politely ask the Panchayat for clean-up, collection and awareness.

Answer

The example letter asks Rampur’s Sarpanch for a roadside clean-up and regular waste collection. Replace the example details with your village and name.

Question 3

In your view, what type of person should be a Gram Panchayat member?

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Choose qualities that help a member listen, act fairly, include everyone and use public resources responsibly.

Answer

A good member is honest, helpful, fair and accountable to villagers.

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