In India, Panchayati Raj generally refers to the system Introduced in 1992 by constitutional amendment, although it is based on the traditional panchayat system of South Asia. Modern do not get confused with Panchayati Raj and its gram panchayats external constitutional consumption panchayats (or caste panchayats) were found in North India. The Panchayati Raj system was formal introduced in 1992, following studies conducted by several Indian committees in India different ways to apply more decentralized administration. In this regard, it is necessary to shift from regional planning to field planning. increase people's participation in the planning process. Panchayats should be given enough power to use resources integrated local development occurs. The purpose of this paper is to emphasize the role of Panchayats in rural development and functions and duties of Panchayati raj institutions.

Panchayati Raj, Function, Decentralized, Amendment.