Briefly trace the history of Panchayats during post -independence period with reference to various committees constituted by the Government of India.

The history of Panchayats in India post-independence is a story of evolution, consolidation, and empowerment of grassroots democracy. Since independence, successive governments have recognized the significance of local self-governance in a diverse and vast country like India. Various committees constituted by the Government of India have played crucial roles in shaping the structure, functions, and powers of Panchayats. Let's delve into this journey through the lens of these committees.

1. Balwant Rai Mehta Committee (1957):
   The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee was the first significant step towards the institutionalization of Panchayati Raj in India. It recommended the establishment of a three-tier Panchayati Raj system – Gram Panchayat at the village level, Panchayat Samiti at the block level, and Zila Parishad at the district level. This committee emphasized the need for democratic decentralization to _______ _________ ________ ________ _______ ____ ___ ____ ___ __________ ________ _______.
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