The role of the Gram Sabha:

Electing Gram Panchayat members
Approving village development plans
Holding Gram Panchayat accountable
All of the above

The correct answer is D. All of the above.

The Gram Sabha is a body of all the adult members of a village. It is the basic unit of self-government in rural India. The Gram Sabha has the following roles:

  • To elect the members of the Gram Panchayat.
  • To approve the village development plan.
  • To hold the Gram Panchayat accountable.
  • To discuss and decide on all matters affecting the village.
  • To monitor the implementation of development schemes.
  • To ensure transparency and accountability in the functioning of the Gram Panchayat.
  • To promote people’s participation in local governance.

The Gram Sabha is a powerful institution that can play a significant role in the development of rural India. It is important to ensure that the Gram Sabha is empowered and that its decisions are implemented.