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Aspirational Districts: Strategies for Inclusive Development

Introduction India’s development journey is marked by sharp regional disparities. While some districts have achieved rapid socio-economic progress, many others remain trapped in cycles of poverty, weak infrastructure, poor health outcomes, and limited educational access. Recognizing this imbalance, the Government of India launched the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) in 2018 with the objective of accelerating…

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73rd & 74th Amendments: Impact on Local Governance in India

Introduction Local self-government is an essential pillar of democracy, ensuring grassroots participation in governance and development. Recognizing its significance, India enacted the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in 1992, which institutionalized Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). These amendments aimed to decentralize power, enhance local governance, and promote participatory democracy. This essay…

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