Grama Sabha / Ward Sabha
A Grama Sabha consists of all persons whose names are included in the electoral roll of a village within the territorial area of a Grama Panchayat. A voter of a particular ward is a member of the Grama Sabha / Ward Sabha of that ward.
Ward Members and Ward Councillors are respectively the Conveners of Grama Sabhas and Ward Sabhas. When necessary, another ward member may be appointed as the Convener.
The President of the Grama Panchayat presides over the Grama Sabha, while the Municipal Chairperson presides over the Ward Sabha. In their absence, the Vice-President, Deputy Chairperson, or Convener shall perform the duties.
The responsibility for convening the meetings rests with the Ward Member who also serves as the Convener.
The quorum is 10% of the total number of voters. When an adjourned meeting is reconvened due to lack of quorum, the quorum shall be 50 members.
If 10% of the voters of a ward submit a written request, a special Grama Sabha / Ward Sabha must be convened within 15 days.
An officer designated by the Grama Panchayat / Municipality shall function as the Coordinator and assist the Convener in carrying out the responsibilities.
Members may submit their questions and suggestions in writing either before the meeting or during the meeting.
Resolutions on matters within the jurisdiction of the Grama Sabha / Ward Sabha may be passed on the basis of a majority decision.
- Collect information required for development projects.
- Prepare project proposals and determine priorities.
- Provide voluntary services and financial assistance.
- Suggest locations where streetlights need to be installed.
- Suggest locations for public water supply taps and wells.
- Provide suggestions for sanitation and irrigation projects.
- Obtain information regarding project estimates.
- Assist and monitor beneficiary committees.
- Collect details of the works proposed for implementation.
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