August 14, 2025Open Access

India’s Approach to Tribal Self-Government PANCHAYATI RAJ (Local Governance) in Bhil Communities:

Key Points

The case study reveals that local governance structures play a crucial role in empowering tribal communities in Rajasthan.
The analysis shows that the Panchayati Raj system, under PESA, significantly impacts the self-governance of tribal members.
Assessment of Gram Sahas highlights the unique challenges faced by tribes in Scheduled Areas of Rajasthan.
The findings suggest that implementing constitutional amendments can enhance local governance and community representation.

Abstract

This article is a condensed version of a case study of Gram Sahas in Scheduled Areas of Rajasthan, India conducted under a University Grants Commission of India sponsorship considering the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA). The study arose from the scholarly intent of the researcher to probe into the apparatus created in the wake of the 73rd constitutional amendment with regard to specific provisions for Scheduled Areas in general and Rajasthan in particular.

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Rajendra Joshi (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af5407ad7bf08b1eadae56 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.63428/wt2hhc43

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