Question 6GS2GS2

Discuss how mechanisms like public consultations and Jan Sunwai in India impact governance outcomes. (Answer in 150 words)

Main Body

Governance Structure in India is highly skewed in favour of a Top to Bottom Approach ⇒ Need is to reform this structure Via Mechanisms like: Public Consultation ↔ Jan Sunwai ↔ Public Feedback # IMPACT OF THESE MECHANISM :- 1) People led Governance Model leads to inclusivity and efficiency. 2) Greater Priority to Grassroot Concerns eg. People's day-to-day problems related to water supply, sanitation.

3Citizen-centric Governance upheld eg. Recently government sought suggestion on APOP Bill - 2023. 4) Upholds democratic decentralization Through Greater Power to public. 5) Enhanced Outcomes Better literacy, Greater satisfaction, Government of the people - for the people - by the people 6) Many Avenues in digital Age eg. Websites like MyGov, Meri Panchayat can aid in public consultation. "Governance must reach last mile and to last individual to be truly inclusive".

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Conclusion

"Governance must reach last mile and to last individual to be truly inclusive".

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Diagram

Diagram showing mechanisms connecting Public Consultation, Jan Sunwai, and Public Feedback in a cyclical relationship

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Topper

Rasneet Kaur

AIR 51

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Governance, Transparency, Accountability and E-governance

Citizens Participation in Governance

Public Consultations and Jan Sunwai

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149

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analytical

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