Junaid AhmadAIR 3 · CSE 2018 · 170 wordsTheir whole copy
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Thomas Hobbes has talked about the state being converted into a Frankenstein monster if its powers are unchecked.
People are the ultimate authority who vest their certain rights with the state to enjoy collective security. Participation between two is needed for effective functioning of the state.
Before 73rd and 74th amendment, centralisation of power was there with people less involved in process of governance. This resulted in non accountability of the officials.
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e.g. failure of government schemes like
Integrated rural development program happened due to a disconnect between the authorities and people.
- Emergency in 1975 was imposed because of the rising power of state without any accountability.
- Corruption in schemes where it is said that out of 1 Rupee for poor only 0.4 paise reaches to poor.
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But 'decentralised democracy' with tools like RTI, social audit, citizen charter has helped in government and people participation in developmental process.
e-governance has further bridged the gap between people and government with greater tools of participation and transparency in the country.