Generally, a Gram Panchayat is constituted for ________ year/s.

Correct option is B

​The correct answer is (b) five

Explanation:

• A Gram Panchayat in India is constituted for a five-year term.
• The Gram Panchayat is the basic level of local self-government in rural India, functioning as the governing body at the village level.
• It is part of the Panchayati Raj system, which was established through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992, aiming to decentralize power and enhance local governance.

Key Details About the Five-Year Term:

1. Duration: The term of office for a Gram Panchayat is five years from the date of its first meeting after elections, unless it is dissolved earlier by the state government under specific conditions.

2. Elections:

   • Elections to Gram Panchayats are held every five years, and they are conducted by the State Election Commissions in each state.
   • The elections are generally direct, where members of the Gram Panchayat are elected by the residents of the village.

3. Constitution of Gram Panchayat:

   • A Gram Panchayat consists of elected members, headed by a Sarpanch (the head of the Gram Panchayat), who is elected either directly by the people or indirectly by the members of the Panchayat, depending on the state regulations.
   • The Gram Panchayat may also have other offices like the Panchs (members), and a Secretary appointed by the state government, who acts as the executive officer.

4. Dissolution: If the Gram Panchayat is unable to function due to various reasons or if it is found to be failing in its duties, the state government has the authority to dissolve the Panchayat before the completion of its five-year term. In such cases, fresh elections are held.