Which is an example of direct democracy in India

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Which is an example of direct democracy in India?

A. Zila Panchayat

B. Nagar Panchayat

C. Gram Sabha

D. Kshetra Panchayat

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Direct democracy is when people directly participate in decision making or policy initiatives. Gram Sabha which is village assembly consisting of all registered voters in area of Panchayat, as foundation stone of whole system of Panchayati Raj, through Village Panchayats or local government ensures that decision making power is with people i.e. direct democracy.

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