Direct Democracy

Direct Democracy: Empowering the People or Eroding Governance? Direct democracy, the concept of citizens directly participating in decision-making, has long been a cornerstone of democratic ideals. From ancient Athenian assemblies to modern referendums, the idea of giving power to the people has captivated thinkers and activists alike. But as the world grapples with complex challenges … Read more

Urban Local Bodies

The Urban Local Bodies: Pillars of Urban Governance in India India’s urban landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by a burgeoning population and economic growth. This dynamic shift necessitates robust and efficient urban governance structures to manage the challenges and opportunities presented by urbanization. At the heart of this governance framework lie the Urban … Read more

FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION OF TOWN AND PROBLEM OF HUMAN SETTLEMENT

FUNCTIONAL Classification OF TOWN AND PROBLEM OF HUMAN SETTLEMENT The definition of function varies across the disciplines. In political science it refers to duties, in mathematics it means the relationship between two variables and in geography it is synonymous to occupation. Geographers have classified towns on the basis of their site, situation, size, rank, location … Read more

Types of Settlements : rural and urban

  Settlement can be defined as any form of human habitation which ranges from a single dwelling to large city. The word settlement has another connotation as well as this is a process of opening up and settling of a previously uninhabited area by the people. In geography this process is also known as occupancy. … Read more

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