• The Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0 scheme is an initiative by the Tamil Nadu Government aimed at enhancing public participation in governance by strengthening the relationship between the grassroots and the highest levels of decision-making. The focus is on making governance more transparent, accountable, and inclusive.

Features of Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0:

  1. Decentralized Governance:
    The scheme promotes decentralized governance where local bodies (Panchayats) have an active role in managing local resources, budgets, and services.
  2. Capacity Building of Elected Representatives:
    Panchayat representatives are trained on governance issues, legal aspects, and public service management to make them more effective in their roles.
  3. Public Awareness Campaigns:
    Educational programs and campaigns are organized to make the public aware of their rights and responsibilities in the democratic system, particularly in the context of Panchayat functioning and parliamentary processes.
  4. Citizen Participation in Elections:
    It encourages citizens to actively participate in elections, ensuring that they understand the importance of voting, from local elections to the national elections.