Which Section of Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act, 1989 deals with the functions of Sarpanch and Naib-Sarpanch of Halqa Panchayats?

Section 19
Section 20
Section 25
Section 30

The correct answer is: Section 20 of the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act, 1989 deals with the functions of Sarpanch and Naib-Sarpanch of Halqa Panchayats.

Section 19 of the Act deals with the election of Sarpanch and Naib-Sarpanch of Halqa Panchayats. Section 25 deals with the powers and functions of Gram Sabhas. Section 30 deals with the powers and functions of Panchayats.

Section 20 of the Act states that the Sarpanch and Naib-Sarpanch of a Halqa Panchayat shall have the following functions, namely:

(a) to preside at all meetings of the Halqa Panchayat;

(b) to take all necessary steps for the proper conduct of the business of the Halqa Panchayat;

(c) to ensure that the resolutions of the Halqa Panchayat are carried out;

(d) to exercise such other powers and perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the Government.

The Sarpanch and Naib-Sarpanch of a Halqa Panchayat shall be responsible to the Halqa Panchayat for the discharge of their functions.

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