NIAS-HSS Brief
Ensuring Rights and Representation for Decentralized Governance in India

This brief highlights the limitations of current local governance structures, particularly Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs), which often focus more on operational efficiency than on addressing broader socio-political complexities. Drawing attention to stakeholder engagement, power dynamics, and the socio-economic context, the brief emphasizes the need for a holistic approach that integrates both institutional mechanisms and the rights and representation of citizens. It argues that ensuring these elements is crucial for fostering inclusive, responsive, and democratic governance at the grassroots level.

• Language
  Englisch