JH
Jharkhand Panchayati Raj Act, 2001
Jharkhand Panchayati Raj Act, 2001; §§ 3–5 (Gram Sabha)
45/100
Sunshine Score
45/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Advance Notice | 15 days |
|---|---|
| Public Comment | Not required |
| Closed Sessions | Not permitted |
| Minutes | Required |
| Recording | Not required |
| Remote Participation | Not allowed |
| Enforcement | Voidable, legislature exempt |
Agenda & Notice Requirements
Regular Meetings
15 days
Online posting: Not required
Public Participation
Public Comment
Not required
Written Comment
Not allowed
Virtual Meetings
Member Remote Participation
Not allowed
Public Remote Comment
Not allowed
State Panchayati Raj Act does not address remote participation; gram sabha meetings are held in person at village level.
Closed Sessions
Closed (executive) sessions: Not permitted
Meeting Minutes
Minutes Required
Yes
Online posting: Not required
Recording & Broadcast
Recording Required
No
Broadcast Required
No
Enforcement
Violation Effect
Voidable
Standing to Sue
Any registered voter of the village (gram sabha member) may raise procedural concerns; elected members may petition the State Government or courts
Enforcement Body
State government (District Collector / CEO, Zilla Panchayat); courts; State Election Commission (for electoral compliance)