With reference to the provisions of the Panchayat(Extension to the Schedule Areas) Act, 1996, consider the following statements:

1)    All seats of Chairpersons of Panchayats at all levels are reserved for the Schedule Tribes.

2)    The recommendations of the Gram Sabha are mandatory for grant of mining lease for minor minerals in the Schedule Areas.

3)    The ownership of minor forest produce in the Schedule area lies with the Gram Sabha

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