THE BHOPAL SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

UNIT I

Good Governance

GOOD GOVERNANCE

 Meaning - What is it?

o Give example of residential society
o “Governance and Development” (1992) World Bank  sound development
management
o “Manner in which power is exercised in the management of a country’s
economic and social resources for development”
o 4 dimensions
 Public Sector Management;
 Accountability;
 Legal Framework for Development;
 Transparency and Information Accessibility
 Objective - Why do we need it?
o to create and sustain an environment, which fosters strong and equitable
development  essential component of sound economic policies.
 Is it a new concept?
o Dharma: emphasized moral and ethical principles in governance.
 Kings and rulers were expected to uphold Dharma by promoting
justice, fairness, and the well-being of the people.
 The Arthashastra (Kautilya)  emphasized the importance of good
governance practices such as the rule of law, efficient administration,
and economic prosperity.
o Locke, Rousseau,...

*Edited & Compiled for Students by:

KALYANI JAIN
Assistant Professor
Political Science (Humanities)
The Bhopal School of Social Sciences
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 Why was the need felt?

o Especially in developing countries  problems faced in the process of
governance
 Improper implementation of laws
 delays in implementation of policies/ programs
 Lack of clarity about rules to be adhered to by private entrepreneurs.
 Absence of effective accounting system
 Failure to involve beneficiaries.
 Characteristics  “to develop capacities that are needed to realise development
that gives priority to the poor, advances women’s issues, sustains the environment
and creates necessary opportunities for employment and other livelihoods “(UNDP,
1994).
o Participation
o Rule of Law
o Transparency
o Responsiveness
o Consensus oriented
o Equity and
Inclusiveness
o Effectiveness and Efficiency
o Accountability

 Scope and Significance

o A broad reform strategy to make govt more responsive, efficient, open,
accountable, democratic while strengthening CS institutions and regulating the
private sector  improved quality of governance.
o Improving quality of life of citizens  policy outcomes achievement
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o Enhanced effectiveness, efficiency, credibility, legitimacy of State

o Promoting pluralism, freedom of expression and information
o Using ICT for overcoming barriers