(1) There shall be held at least [four meetings] [These words were substituted for the words 'six meetings' by Maharashtra 16 of 2012, Section 2(1)(a) (w.e.f. 2-102012).] of the Gram sabha [every financial year] [These words were substituted for the words 'every year' by Maharashtra 36 of 1965, Section 4(a).] on such date, at such [time and place, and in such manner] [These words were substituted for the words 'time and place' by Maharashtra 36 of 1965, Section 2(b).], as may be prescribed [and if the] [These words were added by Maharashtra 36 of 1965, Section 4(a).] Sarpanch, or in his absence the Upa-Sarpanch fails without sufficient cause, to [hold [any of such four meetings he shall be disqualified for continuing as Sarpanch or, as the case may be, UpaSarpanch or for being chosen as such for the remainder of the term of office of the members [of the panchayat;] [These words were substituted for the words 'hold such two meetings' by Maharashtra 38 of 1973 Section 2.] and the Secretary of the panchayat shall also if, prima facie, found responsible of any lapse in convening such meeting, be liable to be suspended, and for being proceeded against, for such other disciplinary action as provided under the relevant rules.] The decision of the Collector on the question whether or not there was such sufficient cause shall be final]: (emphasis supplied)
