CTET PAPER II 2019 · PYQ · Civics / Local Government · medium
Who among the following occupies elected office in a Gram Panchayat? A. Sarpanch B. Ward Members C. Secretary D. Gram Sabha Member
A.A and B✓ Correct
B.A and C
C.A, B and C
D.B, C and D
Explanation
In a Gram Panchayat, the Sarpanch (A) is the elected head of the village council, and Ward Members (B) are elected representatives from various wards of the village. The Secretary (C) is a government-appointed official, not an elected one. Gram Sabha Members (D) are all adult residents of the village by default — they are not 'elected' but are members by virtue of residence. Therefore only A and B occupy elected offices.
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