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Building Resilience Through Recovery: The Role of Post-Disaster Planning in Sustainable Development

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Introduction In an era characterized by frequent and increasingly severe natural and man-made disasters, from hurricanes and floods to wildfires and pandemics, post-disaster recovery planning has become an essential component of community preparedness and sustainable development. Beyond immediate emergency response, recovery planning serves as a blueprint for restoring livelihoods, rebuilding infrastructure, and enhancing the long-term…

Balancing Economic Growth with Equality: Assessing India’s Journey Towards Inclusive Development

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Introduction Economic growth is essential for national development, but it must be accompanied by equality and distributive justice to ensure that the benefits reach all sections of society. Inclusive growth refers to a development process that fosters economic expansion while reducing inequalities in wealth, opportunities, and social mobility. In India, various policy measures have been…

Transforming Slums Through Urban Planning: Ensuring Basic Civic Amenities for Sustainable Development

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Introduction Slums are an integral part of urbanization, housing millions of people in conditions of extreme poverty, inadequate infrastructure, and lack of basic civic amenities. With rapid urbanization, particularly in developing countries, slums have expanded, creating challenges related to sanitation, healthcare, water supply, housing, and education. Effective urban planning plays a crucial role in improving…

Can Capitalism and Social Justice Go Hand in Hand?

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Introduction Capitalism and social justice are often perceived as opposing forces. Capitalism, driven by free markets, private ownership, and profit motives, is seen as fostering competition, wealth accumulation, and economic inequality. On the other hand, social justice aims to ensure fairness, equity, and equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their socio-economic background. This apparent…

Are Public Institutions Successful in Preserving the Rights of People?

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Introduction Public institutions are established with the fundamental objective of safeguarding and promoting the rights of individuals in a democratic society. These institutions include legislative bodies, judiciary, law enforcement agencies, human rights commissions, and various government agencies responsible for social welfare. The effectiveness of public institutions in preserving rights is a subject of debate, as…

Administration is a Moral Act and Administrator is a Moral Agent

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Introduction The field of public administration plays a crucial role in governance and societal well-being. It is often viewed as a technical and procedural function, but its core essence is deeply rooted in ethics and morality. The statement “Administration is a moral act and administrator is a moral agent” underscores the ethical responsibilities embedded in…

“NITI Aayog: Objectives, Composition, Significance, and Achievements in Shaping India’s Future”

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Introduction The National Institution for Transforming India, commonly known as NITI Aayog, is a policy think tank of the Indian government that was established on January 1, 2015, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. NITI Aayog replaces the erstwhile Planning Commission, which had been in existence since 1950. The creation of NITI Aayog was a significant…

Ethical Governance: Principles, Importance, and Real-World Examples

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Ethical governance refers to the principles and practices of managing public affairs, policies, and public institutions in a manner that is fair, transparent, accountable, and responsible. It ensures that decisions made by public administrators, elected officials, and institutions align with societal values, legal standards, and moral principles. Ethical governance is not only concerned with adhering…

Inclusive Growth: Concept and Challenges in India

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Inclusive growth refers to a growth process that is equitable, where the benefits of economic development are shared by all segments of society, particularly the disadvantaged and marginalized groups. In other words, inclusive growth aims to ensure that the fruits of economic progress reach all levels of society, not just the affluent or the urban…

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