The Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994 is a legislation that governs the functioning of the Panchayati Raj institutions in the state of Haryana. The act was enacted to provide a framework for the establishment and functioning of three-tier Panchayati Raj institutions in the state, i.e., Gram Panchayats, Panchayat Samitis, and Zila Parishads.
Scope of the Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994
- Framework for the establishment and functioning of three-tier Panchayati Raj institutions in the state
- Definition of powers, functions, and financial provisions of the Panchayati Raj institutions
- Method of election and reservation of seats for women, scheduled castes, and scheduled tribes in the Panchayati Raj institutions
- Audit and accountability of the Panchayati Raj institutions
- Provision for disqualification and removal of members for specified reasons
Salient Features of the Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994
- Three-tier system of Panchayati Raj institutions comprising Gram Panchayats, Panchayat Samitis, and Zila Parishads
- Direct election of members of Gram Panchayat and election by members of Gram Panchayat for Panchayat Samiti and Zila Parishad
- Reservation of seats for women, scheduled castes, and scheduled tribes in Panchayati Raj institutions
- Provision of basic amenities and services such as water supply, sanitation, and health care, and promotion of rural development and welfare programs
- Financial powers of Panchayati Raj institutions, including levy and collection of taxes and fees, and receipt of grants from state and central governments
- Maintenance of proper accounts and records, and annual audit by the state government or an authorized agency
- Disqualification and removal of members of Panchayati Raj institutions for non-performance, corruption, and criminal conviction.
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