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New dimensions of public management NPM is a label that captures a range of reforms inspired by the idea that private sector management techniques and market mechanisms increase public sector efficiency. NPM type reforms include, for example, quantification, the introduction of performance management systems, the increase in the responsibility of public administrators, the introduction of … Read more
Panchayats and Municipalities Panchayats Village Panchayat In the structure of the Panchayati Raj, the Village Panchayat is the lowest unit. There is a Panchayat for each village or a group of villages in case the Population of these villages happens to be too small. The Panchayat chiefly consists of representatives elected by the … Read more
Role Of Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) NGOs are voluntary organization’s. These are popularly known as NGOs because they are free from governmental control in their functioning. They are democratic and open to all those wishing to become member of the organization voluntarily and serve the Society. NGO have a long history in India. In the past, … Read more
The Gram Sabha: A Foundation for Grassroots Democracy in India The Gram Sabha, a village assembly in India, stands as a cornerstone of participatory democracy at the grassroots level. This institution, enshrined in the 73rd Amendment of the Constitution, empowers citizens to directly participate in local governance and decision-making. This article delves into the significance, … Read more
Role Of Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) NGOs are voluntary organization’s. These are popularly known as NGOs because they are free from governmental control in their functioning. They are democratic and open to all those wishing to become member of the organization voluntarily and serve the Society. NGO have a long history in India. In the past, … Read more
Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act The FRBM Act 2003 in its amended form was passed by the government to bring fiscal discipline and to implement a prudent Fiscal Policy. High Fiscal Deficit was the one major macroeconomic problem faced by Indian economy around 2000. It was argued that high deficits lead to Inflation, reduces … Read more
Measuring Progress: A Deep Dive into Indicators of Economic Development Economic development is a multifaceted concept, encompassing not just financial growth but also improvements in living standards, social well-being, and environmental sustainability. Measuring this complex phenomenon requires a diverse set of indicators that capture the various dimensions of progress. This article delves into the key … Read more
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is increasingly an essential issue for companies. It is a complex and multi- dimensional organisational phenomenon that is understood as the scope for which, and the ways in which, an organisation is consciously responsible for its actions and non-actions and their impact on its stakeholders. It represents not just a change … Read more
Public Service Act and their implications Delivering public Services in a time bound, decentralised and citizen friendly manner has been one of the major challenges facing the administration wing of the government.Right To Service legislation in India comprises statutory laws which guarantee time-bound delivery of various public services rendered to citizens and provides mechanism for … Read more