The key to effective decentralization is 'political decentralization followed by financial decentralization' in the context of implementation of three tiers of local governance in India, Discuss in the context of empirical evidences.

The constitutional amendments 73rd and 74th (1992) provided for a decentralized governance apparatus envisaged in Art 40 (Gandhian principle). Nearly 28 lakh members political decentralization through PRTs (Panchayati Raj Institutions), constitutional duty to third tier. Reservation do women SCs, STs. Yet effective decentralization can only happen when political decentralization is accompanied by financial (financial decentralization) and functions (functional decentralization) continuum.

feature of the constitution which can't be tempered upon by centre/Governor. Significance of judgment made constitution surety a living document & by creative interpretation. Strengthening democratic virtues & is pushing authoritarianism that can trample federalism. Establishing federal balance & prevented over centralization.