Saturday, June 24, 2006

Perfect example of democracy in grassroots level

A beggar woman has been elected a village head, or 'mukhiya', defeating powerful candidates in panchayat or local bodies elections in Bihar.

Meanwhile, another woman, Shanti Devi, a tea stall vendor, was elected a panchayat committee member in a village in Purnea district.

Read More in Indian Express

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