In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the
role/power of Gram Sabha?
- 1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas.
- 2. Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest produce.
- 3. Recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting licence or mining lease for any mineral in the Scheduled Areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
