National study report on low participation in Gram Sabhas released
NITI Aayog Member Dr R. Balasubramaniam released the National Study Report on 'Low Participation in Gram Sabha across States and Union Territories', prepared by NIRD&PR for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, in New Delhi on 30 June 2026.
Summary
NITI Aayog Member Dr R. Balasubramaniam released the National Study Report on 'Low Participation in Gram Sabha across States and Union Territories' in New Delhi on 30 June 2026, in the presence of Panchayati Raj Secretary Vivek Bhardwaj. The two-volume report was prepared by the National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR) for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. The report analyses barriers to participation in Gram Sabha meetings, gives a State/UT-wise account of the factors involved, recommends policy measures and highlights best practices from 10 States.
Key facts
- Released by
- Dr R. Balasubramaniam, Member, NITI Aayog, 30 June 2026
- Prepared by
- NIRD&PR for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj
- Format
- Two volumes; State/UT-wise analysis
- Best practices
- From 10 States
Practice MCQs 2 questions
The National Study Report on 'Low Participation in Gram Sabha across States and Union Territories' (June 2026) was prepared by:
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Correct answer: B — National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj
The report was prepared by NIRD&PR for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj and released by NITI Aayog Member Dr R. Balasubramaniam.
Who released the National Study Report on low participation in Gram Sabhas in New Delhi on 30 June 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Dr R. Balasubramaniam, Member, NITI Aayog
The report was released by Dr R. Balasubramaniam, Member, NITI Aayog, in the presence of Panchayati Raj Secretary Vivek Bhardwaj.