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Concept of fiscal decentralization and worldwide overview
Abstract: This is the introductory module of the World Bank Institute’s (WBI’s) Fiscal Decentralization (FD) program. It emphasizes that fiscal decentralization is a complex issue. The legal, constitutional, and administrative frameworks in each country all have a bearing on the outcome of its application. Author(s): Ebel, Robert D.; Yilmaz, Serdar Source(s): , 64 p., ill.,…
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Towards participatory local governance : six propositions for discussion
Abstract: The author raises critical question by posing six propositions, e.g. on the need to construct new relationships between ordinary people and government institutions and on the need to re-conceptualize the meanings of participation and citizenship in relationship to local governance. Author(s): Gaventa, John Source(s): , Currents / Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; 28 p. 29-35, ill Currents…
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Local governance for poverty reduction in Africa : AGF-V concept paper
Abstract: This concept paper highlights issues in local governance, including: (1) political leadership and participation; (2) access and equity in social service delivery; (3) fiscal decentralization and financial management; and (4) a framework for action linking local governance and poverty reduction. Author(s): Saasa, Oliver S.; Teixeira, Alfredo; Othman Source(s): , 33 p., ill., map, tab…
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Solutions when the solution is the problem : arraying the disarray in development
Abstract: In the 1990s, after failure of the centralized, top-down approach to development, scholars and practitioners began to tout more radical “participatory” proposals for improving service delivery. The arguments for and against the original solution and eight current proposals are reviewed. Author(s): Pritchett, Lant; Woolcock, Michael Source(s): , Working paper / Center for global development;…
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Making services work for poor people
Abstract: The framework outlined in this paper provides a way to examine options for improving the outcome of public services for the poor. The different examples all improved outcomes by addressing aspects of the relationships between policymaker, service provider, and client. Author(s): Devarajan, Shantayanan; Reinikka, Ritva Source(s): , i, 19 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published:…
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Civic participation in local governance : governance module
Abstract: This module on civic participation in local governance covers: (1) the meaning and relevance of local governance; (2) the concept and relevance of participation; (3) case studies and best practices of policies, mechanisms, and incentives for participation and accountability at the local level. Author(s): Gonzalez De Asis, Maria; Acuña-Alfaro, Jairo Source(s): , 21 p.,…
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Decentralization of governance and development
Abstract: A critical discussion of decentralization in developing and transition countries is presented. In their fight against the central state, free market advocates and community governance proponents often ignore that community failures may be as serious as market failures or government failures. Author(s): Bardhan, Pranab Source(s): , Journal of economic perspectives (JEP); Vol. 16, No.…
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Local governance and production programme (LGPP) in Bangladesh : project document
Abstract: This is the initiation report of a SIDA project to help reduce poverty by promoting local economic development and undertaking interventions that directly assist in the social and economic empowerment of the poor. It includes supporting democratic processes and gender equality. Author(s): Barkat, Abul Source(s): , iv, 87 p., ill., tabs Published: 2002 Human…
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The Asian resource center for decentralization
Abstract: ARCD serves as a resource center for information on decentralization and local governance experiences. It has a growing collection of resources from countries in the Asia-Pacific region, Europe and Africa. Author(s): University Of The Philippines Source(s): , Published: 2002 University of the Philippines, [Quezon city (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.decentralization.ws/
Participatory Local Democracy
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