Tag: decentralization in government
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The political economy of agricultural policy reform in India : fertilizers and electricity for irrigation
Abstract: Decentralization and devolution of groundwater management, energy supply, and fertilizer subsidies are among the options for agricultural policy reform that aim to reduce or eliminate elite capture in rural India. Author(s): Birner, Regina; Gupta, Surupa; Sharma, Neeru Source(s): , IFPRI research monograph; [174] xxvii, 231 p., ill., graphs, tabs IFPRI research monograph [174] Published:…
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Fiscal challenges, development opportunities? : 20 key questions on domestic resource mobilisation
Abstract: Key research questions with regard to taxation and development are identified, including the issue of how to ensure that fiscal decentralization enhances the “fiscal contract” between taxpayers and public authorities? Author(s): Byiers, Bruce; Dalleau, Melissa Source(s): , ECDPM discussion paper; 125 ix, 45 p., ill., graphs, tabs ECDPM discussion paper 125 Published: 2011 European…
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Democratization in Egypt : the potential role of decentralization
Abstract: This Policy Brief highlights the role that decentralization reform could play in the process of deep structural reforms that are needed within Egypt’s public sector in order to ensure that the public sector is capable of being responsive to the needs of the people. Author(s): Boex, Jamie Source(s): , Policy brief / Urban institute…
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Micro-methods in evaluating governance interventions
Abstract: This paper is designed as a working guide for practitioners who would like to conduct scientifically credible impact evaluations of donor-assisted and government-sponsored governance programmes. Generally, decision-makers should strengthen the “evidence-based” development policy agenda. Author(s): Garcia, [Maria] Melody Source(s): , Discussion paper / German development institute; 7/2011 59 p., ill., graphs, tabs Discussion paper…
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Chewing more than one can swallow : the creation of new districts in Uganda
Abstract: The article examines the resources needed to sustain the large number districts in Uganda and draws conclusions with regard to the impact on the decentralization programme. It is concluded that the creation of many new districts has been arbitrary and non-viable. Author(s): Singiza, Douglas Karekona; De Visser, Jaap Source(s): , Law, democracy and development;…
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Local governance and community development initiatives : contributions for community development programs in Timor-Leste
Abstract: What models may be used for local development in decentralization, community development, and local governance planning? In Timor-Leste, the two main models are: the Local Development Programme and the Decentralized Development Program (PDD). Author(s): Butterworth, David; Dale, Pamela Source(s): , Research report / Justice for the poor (J4P) ii, 54 p., ill., maps, tabs…
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Forest management decentralization in Kenya : effects on household farm forestry decisions in Kakamega
Abstract: The effects of forest decentralization through the Kenya Forest Act of 2005, on farm forestry investment was studied among Kakamega forest communities. It was found that participatory forest management reduces investments by the poor, so complementary measures will be necessary. Author(s): Nyangena, Wilfred; Ogada, Maurice Juma; Sikei, Geophrey Source(s): , [32] p., ill., tabs…
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Fiscal decentralization in Kenya : a small step or giant leap?
Abstract: Following the post-election violence in 2007, Kenya adopted a new constitution in September 2010, which represents an important step in the process of national reconciliation and an important attempt to make Kenya’s public sector more efficient and more accountable through devolution. Author(s): Boex, Jamie; Kelly, Roy Source(s): , IDG policy brief 6:00 PM IDG…
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Institute of federalism
Abstract: The Institute of Federalism is a nationally and internationally recognized centre of interdisciplinary academic expertise in the fields of federalism, state organization, democracy and human rights. It has two operational centres, the National Centre and the International Centre (IRCC). Author(s): University Of Fribourg Source(s): , Published: 2011 University of Fribourg. Institute of federalism, Fribourg…