Have ‘Alternate Mechanisms’ been effective in improving the decision making process of the governance in India? Justify.

Governance is indeed a complex, cumbersome, involved and time-taking process. However, certain decisions are time bound; so need for ‘Alternate Mechanisms’ has arisen. ‘Alternate Mechanisms’ have been used in governance for quite some time, such as empowered committee to decide ..

Topics: GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters • GS-II: Role of Civil Services in Democracy

E-Governance is a tool to empower citizens by transforming governance and increasing people’s participation in the democratic process. Discuss in context of India.

E-governance refers to the use of ICT in ensuring better public service/goods delivery to the masses at large. Advantages: Civil servants made accountable. Continuous review and feedback. Two-way interaction & responsibility. Prevents leakage, pilferage & ensures high quality. Reduction in ..

Topics: GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters • GS-II: E Governance Applications Models Successes Limitations Potential

How far has the governance in India achieved the twin objectives of transparency and accountability? Discuss.

NITI Aayog’s recent step to bring out a “Good Governance Index” to measure parameters like transparency & accountability has brought focus on India’s positions on the two. Analysis of governance in India: Transparency: In formulation of schemes: Citizen feedback has ..

Topics: GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters

The principal constraint for India is trying to find solutions to 21st century problems using 19th century government structures. Discuss.

21st century India is faced with a novel set of issues & challenges, influenced by globalization, technology revolution, 4th Industrial revolution, climate change, etc. 21st Century Problems: Dual use of technology & their consequences. E.g. AI & associated privacy concern. ..

Topics: GS-II: Functions and Responsibilities of the Union and the States • GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters

Although, the state has the right incentive and intentions to deliver public services efficiently, its capacity to do so is questionable. Critically discuss in the context of India.

India is a welfare state, as envisaged in the directive principles of the state policy. This entails its responsibility for efficient Public Service Delivery. Incentives and intentions of the state in delivering Public Services: Right intention – As envisaged by ..

Topics: GS-II: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in Various Sectors • GS-II: Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections • GS-II: Mechanisms Laws for Protection of Vulnerable Sections • GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters

Examine how the use of data in governance can play a crucial role to transform it. Discuss the associated challenges and remedial measures.

The importance of using data in making governance better and more efficient has been highlighted by NITI Aayog. Role of data in governance: Increases efficiency of tasks, as there is a proper assessment of tasks and people involved. Integrated data ..

Topics: GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters • GS-II: E Governance Applications Models Successes Limitations Potential