UPSC Optional 2016Question 20Public AdministrationRural Development350 words
“The goals of good governance will remain utopian if local governments responsible for providing all basic services directly to the citizens, are not empowered as mandated by the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts.” Critically evaluate the status of empowerment of the local bodies. (Answer in 350 words)
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