M.R. Sharan Examines Decentralization and Local Representation in India
Ideas of India
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Empowerment and Challenges in Local Governance
This chapter explores the dynamics of local governance in Bihar, focusing on the empowerment of ward members through financial resources for community projects and the tensions resulting from the state's bypassing of Panchayat heads. It examines the implications of decentralization, the pervasiveness of corruption, and innovative solutions for improving healthcare and education in rural areas. Additionally, it highlights the critical issues in healthcare access, particularly the need for trained professionals and the mismanagement of treatment options.
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