Which amongst the following are the functions of 'Gram Sabaha?
A. To review the annual accounts of Panchyat
B. To approve the plans and programmes for socio- economic development
C. Identification of persons as beneficiaries under the poverty alleviation programme
D. Exercise social audit

Options

A. A and B
B. C and D
C. A, B and C
D. All of these

Answer

D

Explanation

The Gram Sabha shall,

(a) approve the plans, programmes and projects for social and
economic development.
(b) identification or selection of
persons as beneficiaries under the poverty alleviation and other programmes, in order of priority out of the persons by the various Ward Sabha coming under its jurisdiction,
(c) consider and approve the recommendations made by each Ward Sabha in the area of such
Panchayat Circle.