Question

Briefly discuss the role of:

1. Sarpanch
2. Up-sarpanch
3. Panchayat secretary

Answer 1

​Role of sarpanch
The sarpanch is the head of the gram panchayat. They preside over the meetings of the gram panchayat and are responsible for implementing the decisions of the panchayat.

Role of up-sarpanch
The up-sarpanch takes up all the duties of the sarpanch in their absence. They help in looking after the day-to-day working of the panchayat.

Role of panchayat secretary
The Panchayat Secretary, who is a government appointee who records the meetings of gram panchayat and keeps account of the work of the gram panchayat.