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title: "Article 243G: Powers of Panchayats Explained"
description: "Article 243G lets state legislatures devolve self-government powers to panchayats over the Eleventh Schedule's 29 subjects. Why devolution remains incomplete."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- Article 243G of the Indian Constitution empowers state legislatures to devolve powers and responsibilities to panchayats for self-government and economic development.
- Is the devolution of powers under Article 243G mandatory for states?
- What is the relationship between Article 243G and the Eleventh Schedule?
- How does Article 243G differ from Article 243W?
- Why is devolution under Article 243G often described as incomplete?

[Civil Service & Diplomatic Exams](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/civil-services/glossary)Updated June 22, 2026

Article 243G of the Indian Constitution empowers state legislatures to devolve powers and responsibilities to panchayats for self-government and economic development.

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