Question

Discuss the role of the Zila Parishad in the development of the rural sector of India.

Answer 1

Zila Parishad plays a crucial role in the development of the rural area of India:

1. It prepares economic development as well as social welfare plans for the people in rural areas under its jurisdiction.
2. It engages with various stakeholders of the society for the implementation of the welfare plans and other State and Central Governments Schemes at a grassroots level.
3. It ensures funds for carrying out the developmental plans and also plays an important role in maintaining security in the villages of its area.
4. It advises the State Government on all matters concerning the Gram Panchayats and Panchayat Samitis. Through various Standing Committees, it works and oversees and coordinates the common programmes of the villages which come in its area.