Tag: India

• Participatory governance as deliberative empowerment : the cultural politics of discursive space

  Abstract: This article argues that there is a need to enrich the theory of citizen participation and the design of deliberation practices through greater attention to the cultural politics of deliberative space. This could be achieved by employing cultural and pedagogical strategies. Author(s): Fisher, Frank Source(s): , American review of public administration; Vol. 36, No.…

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  cultural and social anthropology, decentralization in government, India, political participation, popular participation

• The changing role of agricultural extension in a global economy

  Abstract: This paper outlines the elements of a decentralized, market-driven extension strategy that has been tested and proven effective in increasing the income of small- and medium-scale farm households in China and India. Author(s): Swanson, Burton E. Source(s): , Seminal article series; Vol. 13, No. 3 17 p Seminal article series Vol. 13, No. 3…

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  agricultural extension, China, decentralization in government, development strategies, India, private sector, small farms

• Sequencing fiscal decentralization

  Abstract: Generally, countries do not follow the optimal sequencing for decentralization policies and implementation. The gap between theory and practice is a result of the complexity of sequencing design, which discourages fiscal planners. Proper sequencing requires discipline and vision. Author(s): Bahl, Roy; Martinez-Vazquez, Jorge Source(s): , Policy research working paper; 3914 45 p., ill., tabs…

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  administrative reform, decentralization in government, Fiscal policy, India, indonesia, local taxation, Mexico, Public administration, public finance, russia, tanzania, tax law

• Local governance in developing countries

  Abstract: This report develops a comparative institutional framework for responsive, responsible, and accountable governance in developing countries. Ten country case studies of local government organization and finance are included. Author(s): Shah, Anwar Source(s): , Public sector governance and accountability series xxix, 457 p., ill., graphs, tabs, 23 cm Public sector governance and accountability series Published:…

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  argentina, Brazil, chile, China, India, indonesia, Kazakhstan, local finance, Local Government, local taxation, municipal government, poland, Public administration, public expenditures, South Africa, Uganda

• Local organizations in decentralized development : their functions and performance in India

  Abstract: Local organizations have become key mechanisms in effective, fair, and sustainable resource management and development in India. However, the support for local organizations is often little more than rudimentary. Author(s): Alsop, Ruth; Kurey, Bryan Source(s): , Directions in development xii, 167 p., ill., tabs, 23 cm Directions in development Published: 2005 World bank, Washington,…

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  associations, civil society, decentralization in government, development assistance, evaluation, India, Local Government, organizational structure, panchayat, popular participation, rural development

• Institutional change and its impact on the poor and excluded : the Indian decentralisation experience

  Abstract: The impact of decentralization in India on poverty reduction is far from straightforward. It depends on overall policy commitment and the capacity of societies to mobilize themselves empowered by schooling, newspaper readership, and self-help participation. Author(s): Narayana, D. Source(s): , Working paper / OECD development centre; 242 73 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Working…

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  decentralization in government, development policy, Empowerment, India, poverty alleviation

• Decentralisation and poverty reduction : from lessons learned to policy action, 29-30 September 2004 at OECD headquarters : room documents

  Abstract: A workshop on decentralization and poverty reduction was held at OECD headquarters in September 2004. Case studies from Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ghana, India, and Uganda were provided and papers on the role of development assistance were presented. Author(s): OECD Development Centre Source(s): , Published: 2004 [Organisation for economic co-operation and development] (OECD), Paris (English…

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  burkina faso, cambodia, decentralization in government, development assistance, development strategies, ghana, India, Local Government, poverty alleviation, Uganda

• Democratization and the distribution of local public goods in a poor rural economy

  Abstract: A study from India finds that local democratization appears to serve the interests of the poor. The study model is applied to a data set from rural India that includes detailed information on economic conditions, public good stocks, local political structure, and revenue-raising authority. Author(s): Foster, Andrew D.; Rosenzweig, Mark R. Source(s): , 50…

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  decision-making, democracy, elite, India, Local Government, poverty alleviation, public services

• Rivalry or synergy? : formal and informal local governance in rural India

  Abstract: This paper discusses the role of informal local governance institutions in village governance and service delivery in India. It assesses the ways in which they interact with Grama Panchayats, and examines the implications of their existence and role for local democracy. Author(s): AnanthPur, Kripa Source(s): , IDS working paper; 226 vi, 28 p., ill.,…

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  democracy, Governance, India, institutional infrastructure, karnataka, Local Government, panchayat, public services, rural areas, rural settlements

• Decentralisation and community-based planning

  Abstract: Community Based Planning (CBP) as a means of promoting community involvement in development projects, and ensuring stronger linkages between community and local government, is assessed. Tips for trainers are included. Author(s): Goldman, Ian Source(s): , PLA notes; 49 93 p., ill., 30 cm PLA notes 49 Published: 2004 International institute for environment and development…

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  bangladesh, Brazil, burkina faso, community development, community participation, decentralization in government, development planning, Empowerment, ghana, guidelines, himachal pradesh, India, Local Government, Philippines, South Africa, Uganda, vietnam, zimbabwe