Question Q.11GS2GS2
Discuss the various administrative challenges faced by local self-governments (LSGs). What measures do you suggest for devolving administrative powers to LSGs, enabling them to function as institutions of genuine self-governance?
Main Body
Local self-governments are brought by 73rd and 74th CAA of the constitution based on Gadgil report. Various administrative challenges faced by local self governments 1) Power effectively under DCs control - is have to go to collector's office to get work done. 2) Personnel system - Most states follow unified personnel system hence limited responsibility of personnel.
3Parastatal bodies - Functions of local self government completed by these bodies leg Various Special Purpose Utilities SPVs 4) Financial dependence on states - is hampers financial autonomy 5) Lack of proper social audit - is leading to rampant corruption. Measures needed 1) Devolution of power/subjects is expanding upon 11th/12th schedule 2) Ensuring limited interference by bureaucracy → powers should be enjoyed by elected representative
3Complete control of functions to be given to the local self governance institutions leg Read constitution 4) Encouraging them to impose taxes 5) Independence to choose their own staff 6) Rewarding innovation by excellent Panchayat/municipalities 7) Third party audit mechanism by state government to ensure transparency/accountability 8) Representatives of LSG should be in State Finance Commission. Thus we can realise Gandhi's dream of Gram Swaraj
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Conclusion
Thus we can realise Gandhi's dream of Gram Swaraj
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Topper
NISHCHAL JAIN
AIR 1192025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances
Local Self Government
Administrative challenges of LSGs
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