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In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the role of the Gram Sabha? 1. It has the power to prevent alienation of land in Scheduled Areas; 2. It has ownership of minor forest produce; 3. Its recommendation is required for granting a prospecting licence or mining lease for any mineral in Scheduled Areas.