Question Q6GS2GS2
How has Information and Communication Technology (ICT) transformed the governance landscape at the grassroots level in India? What are the key obstacles in leveraging its full potential? (Answer in 150 words)
Main Body
e-Governance refers to the use of ICT for the delivery of services to public. [Diagram showing G2G, G2C, C2C, G2B, e-Dakshi, e-RTI Act] Transformation by e-Governance: (1) Citizen participation has increased. Ex: RTI Act. (2) Decentralized administration. Ex: Social audit under MGNREGA.
3Digital empowerment. Ex: PMGDISHA scheme - 45% beneficiaries are women. (4) Financial inclusion. Ex: PM Jan Dhan Yojana. Obstacles present: (1) Digital divide. Ex: TRAI report on teledensity - only 52% in rural areas. (2) Infrastructure. (3) Cost of equipment. (4) Awareness among the public is meager. The eBhopal Net and Digital India Mission are the steps to bring Digital Revolution in country.
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Conclusion
The eBhopal Net and Digital India Mission are the steps to bring Digital Revolution in country.
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Diagram
Diagram showing e-Governance framework with G2G, G2C, C2C, G2B, e-Dakshi, and e-RTI Act
Topper
Gudelli Srujana
AIR 552024
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Government Policies and Interventions - Design, Implementation and Issues
E-governance
ICT in Governance
Writing Stats
122
Total words
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academic
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