The Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act of 1996, also known as the PESA Act or Extension Act, is a vital component of legislation that aims to enable local self-governance in scheduled tribal areas. The primary objective of the Act is to protect the tribal population from exploitation through active participation of the Gram Sabha. The Panchayats Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act of 1996 confers special powers on Gram Sabhas in Scheduled Areas, particularly giving native residents complete power over forest and natural resources.
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