Multiple choice

In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is/are the role(s)/power(s) of the Gram Sabha?

  1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas.
  2. Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest produce.
  3. Recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting licence or mining lease for any mineral in the Scheduled Areas.

  1. 1 only

  2. 1 and 2

  3. 2 and 3

  4. 1, 2 and 3
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D Correct answer
Explanation

According to Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, Gram Sabha has all the mentioned powers.

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