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31. The concrete idea behind this interim order is traced out in Article 243-G., which deals with the power/authority/responsibilities of Panchayats, and the same reads as follows:-

 Subject to the provisions of the Constitution, the legislature of a State may, by law, endow the Panchayats with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as institutions of self-government and such law may contain provisions for the devolution of powers and responsibilities upon Panchayats at the appropriate level, subject to such conditions as may be specified therein with respect to - a) The preparation of plants for economic development and social justice,