Study Chapter Details

NCERT Book Class 6 Social Science in Hindi – Grassroots Democracy – Part 2: Local Government in Rural Areas

The chapter "Grassroots Democracy – Part 2: Local Government in Rural Areas" in the NCERT Class 6 Social Science Book (Hindi Medium) explains how village-level governance works in India. It focuses on the Panchayati Raj system, which allows people in villages to actively participate in decision-making and manage local affairs.



Students learn about the structure of village, intermediate, and district-level Panchayats, their functions, and the responsibilities of elected representatives. The chapter also explains how local governments provide essential services such as water, sanitation, roads, and education, and how villagers can contribute to development by voicing their opinions and working together.

Written in simple Hindi, this chapter helps students understand the importance of democracy at the grassroots level and encourages them to appreciate the role of local governance in improving rural life.