New Panchayati Raj in Action
Written by Lokesh Kumar,S. N Mishra
238 pages, about 5 hours of reading
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New Panchayati Raj in Action by Lokesh Kumar and S. N Mishra offers an in-depth examination of the functioning and impact of the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in India following the 73rd Constitutional Amendment. The book delves into the theoretical underpinnings of decentralization, the legislative framework governing PRIs, and their practical implementation at the grassroots level. It critically assesses the achievements, challenges, and future prospects of local self-governance, highlighting issues such as financial autonomy, capacity building, social inclusion, and the interface between PRIs and state administration. The authors provide a comprehensive analysis of how these institutions strive to empower local communities and foster participatory democracy.
“The 73rd Constitutional Amendment truly marked a paradigm shift, institutionalizing grassroots democracy and empowering millions.”
Key themes
- Decentralization and Local Governance
- This is the core theme, exploring the theoretical rationale and practical implementation of devolving power, resources, and responsibilities from state to local levels. It examines the mechanisms, successes, and failures of this process in India.
- Empowerment and Social Inclusion
- The book extensively covers the provisions for reservation for women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes in PRIs, analyzing their impact on political participation, social change, and the representation of marginalized voices in decision-making.
- Financial Autonomy and Fiscal Decentralization
- This theme investigates the financial health of PRIs, including their revenue sources (taxes, grants, own revenue), expenditure patterns, and the perpetual challenge of inadequate and uncertain funding, which often compromises their autonomy.
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To what extent has the 73rd Constitutional Amendment truly empowered local communities in India?
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