Expansion of Village Republics Gram Sabhas and Governance in India

PALLA ANURADHA; M KUMAR RAJU

Expansion of Village Republics Gram Sabhas and Governance in India

Author(s)	Dr. PALLA ANURADHA, Dr. M KUMAR RAJU
Country	India
Abstract	The Government bodies at the village level are called Gram panchayat, of which there was an estimated 2, 68,000 in 2026. Gandhi’s insistence on decentralised stewardship of natural resources appears prescient. Empowered Gram Sabhas, accountable of municipalities, functional District Planning Committees, and vibrant co-operatives can together renew the Republic from below. This was the shared though differently articulated conviction of Gandhi, Nehru, and Patel. Today, as we reflect on more than 77 years of history of the Indian republic, a fundamental question emerges has our republic evolved in keeping it was envisioned during the freedom movement. Poverty has declined significantly, with extreme poverty at 5.3% (2022-23), which is less than the global average and multidimensional poverty has reduced to 11.28%. As districts are raising administrative cost are rising in the State. As State feels administration is reaching doorstep of household. The Gram Sabha’s proceedings involve vibrant negotiations, conflicts, and consensus-building among its members. This setting exemplifies direct democracy, where elected representatives and citizens engage face-to-face to deliberate on pressing local issues, allocate resources, and demand accountability. This collaborative approach underscores the importance of transparent discussions and citizen involvement in governance, enabling Panchayats to better meet the aspirations of their people. Such frameworks nurture democratic engagement, improve service delivery, and trigger greater citizen responsibility and action. The development model adopted by India during this time prioritised centralisation, planning, and state-driven progress. In these circumstances, reviving village-centred self-governance in the form that it was originally envisioned became increasingly difficult. The journey ahead requires sustained efforts to strengthen these institutions, deepen active citizenship, and ensure that every citizen has the institutional choice architecture to pursue their aspirations in a truly democratic spirit.
Keywords	Empower of Society, Rural Development, Governance, Democratic, etc.
Field	Sociology > Economics
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-04-04

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