What is the role of Bal Panchayats?

Advocating for children’s education

What role does the Zila Parishad play?

Linking villages with state policies

How do Panchayat Samitis strengthen local participation?

By coordinating across Gram Panchayats

Why is it important for the government to focus on disadvantaged sections?

To meet international standards

To ensure inclusive development

NCERT Solutions Class 6 Social Science Chapter 11 – Grassroots Democracy Part 2 Local Government in Rural Areas

Name: Grassroots Democracy Part 2 Local Government in Rural Areas – Class 6 Social Science
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Description: The Panchayati Raj system empowers rural India through local self-governance at the village, block, and district levels. It promotes direct participation, development planning, and inclusion, helping villagers manage their own needs and growth.

Class 6 Social Science

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Chapter Introduction

The Panchayati Raj system empowers rural India through local self-governance at the village, block, and district levels. It promotes direct participation, development planning, and inclusion, helping villagers manage their own needs and growth.

हिंदी में (Hindi)

पंचायती राज व्यवस्था ग्रामीण भारत को स्थानीय स्वशासन के माध्यम से ग्राम, ब्लॉक और जिला स्तर पर सशक्त बनाती है। यह प्रत्यक्ष भागीदारी, विकास योजना और समावेशन को बढ़ावा देती है, जिससे ग्रामीण अपने स्वयं के आवश्यकताओं और विकास का प्रबंधन कर सकते हैं।

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Q4. Where does the Panchayati Raj system operate?

Q5. What is the basic unit of Panchayati Raj called?

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Tough Words (Glossary)

Governance

Meaning: The act of governing or managing affairs

अर्थ: शासन

"Good governance ensures fairness and justice."

Harmony

Meaning: Peaceful coexistence and balance

अर्थ: सद्भाव

"Families should live in harmony with each other."

Dispute

Meaning: A disagreement or argument

अर्थ: विवाद

"The villagers settled the land dispute peacefully."

Participate

Meaning: To take part in something

अर्थ: भाग लेना

"Children should participate in school activities."

Self-Government

Meaning: System where people govern themselves

अर्थ: स्वशासन

"The Panchayati Raj is a form of self-government."

Grassroots

Meaning: The most basic level of society

अर्थ: जनसाधारण

"Democracy works best at the grassroots level."

Democracy

Meaning: A system where people elect their leaders

अर्थ: लोकतंत्र

"India is the largest democracy in the world."

Panchayat

Meaning: Village council for local governance

अर्थ: पंचायत

"Every village has a Panchayat for decision making."

Sarpanch

Meaning: The elected head of a village

अर्थ: सरपंच

"The sarpanch resolved the water issue."

Pradhan

Meaning: Another name for the head of Panchayat

अर्थ: प्रधान

"The pradhan chaired the Gram Sabha meeting."

Gram Sabha

Meaning: Assembly of adult villagers

अर्थ: ग्राम सभा

"The Gram Sabha meets to discuss village needs."

Three-tier

Meaning: Having three levels

अर्थ: त्रिस्तरीय

"The Panchayati Raj has a three-tier structure."

Responsibilities

Meaning: Duties that one must perform

अर्थ: जिम्मेदारियाँ

"Each member has responsibilities in the Panchayat."

Patwari

Meaning: Village officer who keeps land records

अर्थ: पटवारी

"The patwari updated the farmer’s land record."

Secretary

Meaning: An official who handles administrative work

अर्थ: सचिव

"The Panchayat Secretary maintains records."

Initiative

Meaning: A new plan or action

अर्थ: पहल

"The Child-Friendly Panchayat Initiative is successful."

Sanitation

Meaning: Conditions related to cleanliness

अर्थ: स्वच्छता

"Sanitation is important for public health."

Development

Meaning: Progress or growth

अर्थ: विकास

"Villagers worked together for development."

Collaboration

Meaning: Working together for a purpose

अर्थ: सहयोग

"The project was completed with collaboration."

Recognition

Meaning: Acknowledgement or praise

अर्थ: मान्यता

"Her efforts received national recognition."

Prosperous

Meaning: Wealthy and successful

अर्थ: समृद्ध

"The village became prosperous with farming."

Conservation

Meaning: Protection of resources

अर्थ: संरक्षण

"Water conservation is essential for survival."

Wellbeing

Meaning: State of being healthy and happy

अर्थ: कल्याण

"The Panchayat works for people’s wellbeing."

Equality

Meaning: Being treated the same as others

अर्थ: समानता

"Equality is a key principle of democracy."

Representation

Meaning: Having someone speak on your behalf

अर्थ: प्रतिनिधित्व

"Women now have better representation in Panchayats."

Eliminate

Meaning: To remove completely

अर्थ: समाप्त करना

"The Bal Panchayat worked to eliminate child labour."

Advocate

Meaning: To support or speak in favour of

अर्थ: समर्थन करना

"The children advocate for education rights."

Empower

Meaning: To give power or authority

अर्थ: सशक्त करना

"Education can empower the youth."

Campaigning

Meaning: Organising activities to get support

अर्थ: प्रचार अभियान

"Students are campaigning for cleanliness."

Cabinet

Meaning: Group of leaders managing affairs

अर्थ: मंत्रिमंडल

"The student cabinet manages school events."

Awareness

Meaning: Knowledge or understanding about something

अर्थ: जागरूकता

"The NGO spread awareness about health issues."

Inequality

Meaning: Unfair difference in treatment

अर्थ: असमानता

"The Panchayat fights against social inequality."

Accolades

Meaning: Awards or praise

अर्थ: प्रशंसा / सम्मान

"The project received international accolades."

Coordination

Meaning: Organising things to work together

अर्थ: समन्वय

"The Panchayat Samiti ensures coordination."

Allocation

Meaning: Distribution of resources

अर्थ: वितरण

"Funds allocation was done fairly."

Scheme

Meaning: A plan or program

अर्थ: योजना

"The road was built under a government scheme."

Provision

Meaning: A rule or arrangement

अर्थ: प्रावधान

"There is a provision for women’s seats in Panchayats."

Authority

Meaning: Power or right to control

अर्थ: अधिकार

"The State has authority over Panchayati Raj."

Objective

Meaning: Goal or aim

अर्थ: उद्देश्य

"The objective of Panchayati Raj is self-governance."

Ancient

Meaning: Very old

अर्थ: प्राचीन

"The Arthaśāstra is an ancient text."

Statecraft

Meaning: The art of governing a state

अर्थ: राजनीति कौशल

"Chanakya was a master of statecraft."

Economy

Meaning: The system of money and trade

अर्थ: अर्थव्यवस्था

"A strong economy supports development."

Structure

Meaning: The arrangement of parts

अर्थ: संरचना

"The Panchayati Raj has a three-tier structure."

Prosperity

Meaning: Wealth and success

अर्थ: समृद्धि

"Prosperity comes from hard work."

Decision-making

Meaning: Process of choosing actions

अर्थ: निर्णय लेना

"Villagers join in decision-making."

Cultural

Meaning: Related to culture

अर्थ: सांस्कृतिक

"The Panchayat also organises cultural events."

Maintain

Meaning: To keep something in good condition

अर्थ: संभालना

"The Panchayat maintains the village road."

Migration

Meaning: Moving from one place to another

अर्थ: प्रवासन

"Many youths migrated to cities for jobs."

Disadvantaged

Meaning: In an unfavourable condition

अर्थ: वंचित

"Special seats are reserved for disadvantaged groups."

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NCERT Solutions Class 6 Social Science Chapter 11 – Grassroots Democracy Part 2 Local Government in Rural Areas

Chapter Introduction

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Practice MCQ Questions (39 questions)

Q1. What are Panchayati Raj institutions?

Q2. What is the main function of Panchayats?

Q3. Why is Panchayati Raj important in governance?

Q4. Where does the Panchayati Raj system operate?

Q5. What is the basic unit of Panchayati Raj called?

Q6. Who elects the members of Gram Panchayat?

Q7. Who is the head of a Gram Panchayat?

Q8. What is a three-tier system in Panchayati Raj?

Q9. What is the role of the Sarpanch?

Q10. What is a Gram Sabha?

Q11. Who can participate in Gram Sabha meetings?

Q12. What is the role of a Panchayat Secretary?

Q13. Who is a Patwari?

Q14. What is the role of the Patwari in a village?

Q15. What was the contribution of Popatrao Pawar in Hiware Bazar?

Q16. Which village has a child-friendly Gram Panchayat in Sikkim?

Q17. What initiative was taken by the Gram Panchayat in Sikkim?

Q18. Which community did Vandana Bahadur Maida belong to?

Q19. What was the achievement of Vandana Bahadur Maida?

Q20. What was the motto of Dnyaneshwar Kamble?

Q21. Where was Dnyaneshwar Kamble elected as Sarpanch?

Q22. What is the role of Bal Panchayats?

Q23. What is the Children’s Parliament initiative?

Q24. Where did the Children’s Parliament initiative take place?

Q25. What were the issues addressed by the Children’s Parliament?

Q26. What is the Panchayat Samiti?

Q27. What is the role of the Panchayat Samiti?

Q28. At which level does the Panchayat Samiti operate?

Q29. What is the Zila Parishad?

Q30. What role does the Zila Parishad play?

Q31. Who elects the members of Panchayat Samitis and Zila Parishads?

Q32. How do Panchayat Samitis strengthen local participation?

Q33. Why is it important for the government to focus on disadvantaged sections?

Q34. How many seats are reserved for women in Panchayati Raj institutions?

Q35. What does the Arthaśhāstra describe?

Q36. What is the modern equivalent of a sangrahaṇa?

Q37. How many villages does a kārvaṭika cover according to the Arthaśhāstra?

Q38. What is the structure of local government in rural areas?

Q39. What is the main objective of Panchayati Raj institutions?