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Kriti

Asked: November 11, 2025In: Class 10 Social Science

Read the given source and answer the questions that follow: Power Sharing and Panchayati Raj We need to give more power to the panchayats to realise the dream of Mahatma Gandhi and the hopes of the makers of our Constitution. Panchayati Raj establishes true democracy. It restores power to the only place where power belongs in a democracy – in the hands of the people. Giving power to Panchayats is also a way to reduce corruption and increase administrative efficiency. When people participate in the planning and implementation of developmental schemes, they would naturally exercise greater control over these schemes. This would eliminate the corrupt middlemen. Thus, Panchayati Raj will strengthen the foundations of our democracy. (28.1) How does the principle of power sharing promote democracy? (28.2) Mention the main impact of women’s participation in Panchayati Raj. (28.3) Explain the role of Panchayats in the development of villages.

The principle of power sharing promotes democracy by decentralizing authority and involving citizens directly in decision-making. It prevents the concentration of power, ensures transparency and encourages participation at all levels of governance, thus strengthening equality, accountability and the true spirit ...