In force · As amended up to 2026-08
8. Gram Sabha meetings.— Every meeting of the Gram Sabha shall be presided over by the Pradhan of the concerned Gram Panchayat and in his absence, by the Up-Pradhan, and in the absence of both by a member of the Gram Panchayat to be chosen from amongst the members of the Panchayat.
8. SOCIAL FORESTRY:
- (i) organise campaign for tree planting; and
- (ii) planting and maintenance of trees.
Source: India Code