Grama Sabha
Grama Sabha
Grama Sabha
The Grama Sabha of a village consists of all persons whose names are included in the electoral roll relating to that village within the geographical area of a Grama Panchayat. Every voter of a ward is a member of the Grama Sabha of that ward.
Convenor
Ward members are the convenors of the Grama Sabhas. When necessary, another ward member may be appointed as the convenor.
Chairperson
The President of the Grama Panchayat presides over the Grama Sabha. In their absence, the Vice President or the Convenor shall perform the responsibility.
Calling the Meeting
The responsibility for convening the meetings rests with the ward member who is also the Convenor.
Quorum
The quorum is 10% of the total number of voters. When an adjourned meeting that could not be held due to lack of quorum is reconvened, the quorum shall be 50 members.
Special Meeting
If 10% of the voters of a ward submit a written request, a special Grama Sabha must be convened within 15 days.
Coordinator
An officer appointed by the Grama Panchayat shall act as the Coordinator and assist the Convenor.
Questions & Suggestions
Members may submit their questions and suggestions in writing either before or during the meeting.
Resolutions
Resolutions may be passed by majority vote on matters falling within the jurisdiction of the Grama Sabha.
Powers & Responsibilities
🏗️ Planning & Implementation of Projects
- Collect information required for development projects.
- Prepare project proposals and determine priorities.
- Provide voluntary services and financial assistance.
💧 Public Utility Projects
- Suggest locations where streetlights should be installed.
- Suggest locations for public water supply taps and wells.
- Provide suggestions for sanitation and irrigation projects.
🛠️ Public Works
- Obtain information regarding the estimates of works.
- Assist and monitor beneficiary committees.
- Collect details of works proposed to be implemented.
