Removal of member for misconduct.

The State Government may, if it thinks fit on the recommendation of

4[the Panchayat Samiti supported by not less than two-thirds of the number of

members] present and voting, remove any member thereof

• • * * * * if he has been guilty of misconduct in the discharge of his duties or any disgraceful conduct or has become incapable of performing his duties as a member of the Panchayat Samiti : Provided that—
• • * * * * *

1. (b) no such member shall be removed from office unless he has been given a reasonable opportunity to furnish his explanation.