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Panchayat

Noun: A panchayat is a local self-government body in rural India that governs villages. It consists of elected representatives who make decisions on local issues.

Example sentences:

1. The panchayat meets once a month to discuss and solve problems faced by the village.
2. I attended the panchayat's gathering to voice my concerns about the lack of clean water in our community.

Noun: In some South Asian countries, the term panchayat refers to a council or assembly of elders that makes decisions based on traditional customs and norms.

Example sentences:

1. The panchayat decided to resolve the dispute using traditional practices and mediations.
2. During the panchayat's meeting, the elders discussed the importance of preserving cultural heritage.

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