Question

Explain the functions of the Panchayat in detail.

Answer 1

Instructions:Explain the functions of the Panchayat in detail under two heads: compulsory functions and voluntary functions.

Solution:
The functions can be broadly classified under two heads: Compulsory and voluntary functions.

The compulsory functions include:

• Arrangement of clean drinking water
• Construction and repair of roads, drains and tanks
• Providing health and sanitation facilities
• Plantation of trees.
• Recording of births and deaths in the village.

The voluntary functions include:

• Managing health centres, dispensaries and veterinary hospitals.
• Organising cattle fairs and village markets.
• Organising educational programmes.
• Organising village sports.
• Installation of television and radio sets in community centres for entertainment.