32. Co-operation with Panchayats and Union Boards.
(a)Without the help of Panchayats and members of union boards, who employ and control the village police, the police administration cannot work successfully; all police officers must therefore show consideration and courtesy towards them.(b)Officers posted to police-stations shall make themselves acquainted with the Panchayats and members of union boards in their jurisdictions and shall seek their assistance in all matters affecting the prevention and detection of crime.(c)Officers of superior rank shall in the course of their tours interview Panchayats and members of union boards, organise co-operatic n meetings and generally do their utmost to promote friendly co-operation between them and the police.
