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Electronic Cash Transfers: Reforming Welfare Delivery in India

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Introduction One of the enduring challenges of welfare governance in India has been ensuring that public resources reach the intended beneficiaries efficiently, transparently, and without leakages. Traditional welfare delivery mechanisms—often involving physical cash, intermediaries, and manual records—have historically suffered from corruption, delays, duplication, and wastage. In response to these systemic inefficiencies, the government introduced the…

E-Governance: Beyond Technology to the ‘Use Value’ of Information

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Introduction The rapid expansion of digital technologies has fundamentally transformed how governments function, interact with citizens, and deliver public services. Under the umbrella of e-governance, states across the world have adopted information and communication technologies (ICTs) to improve efficiency, transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness in governance. In India, initiatives such as Digital India, online service portals,…

The Fourth Industrial Revolution and E-Governance: Transforming Public Administration in India

Admin8 hours ago8 hours ago014 mins

Introduction The world is undergoing the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), characterized by the fusion of digital, physical, and biological systems. Unlike previous industrial revolutions that relied on mechanization, electricity, or computing, the 4IR is defined by digital technologies, artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, and robotics. This revolution is…

Impact of Recent Amendments on the Autonomy of the Right to Information Regime

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Introduction The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005 is widely regarded as one of India’s landmark laws aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and democratic participation. It provides citizens with the legal right to seek information from public authorities, thereby making governance more open and responsive. Central to this framework are the Information Commissions—the Central Information…

Role of Pressure Groups in Shaping Public Policies

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Introduction In a democratic political system like India, public policy making is not limited to elected representatives and bureaucratic institutions alone. A wide range of non-governmental actors continuously interact with the state to influence policy decisions. Among these actors, pressure groups occupy a crucial position. Pressure groups are organized groups that seek to influence government…

The Role of a Public Servant and Essential Aptitudes for Civil Services

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Introduction A public servant is an individual employed by the government who is responsible for implementing policies, delivering services, and ensuring the well-being of the citizens. The role of a public servant is fundamental in shaping a nation’s progress and maintaining good governance. Civil services, which form the backbone of public administration, require individuals who…

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