The term of Panchayats is ______ years from the date of first meeting, and elections must be completed before expiry of term.
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Answer: 5
Article 243E: Panchayat term is 5 years. If dissolved earlier, elections within 6 months; new Panchayat serves only remainder of term. State Election Commission (Article 243K) conducts elections, independent of State government. Ensures regular, free, fair local elections, strengthening grassroots democracy.