Question

5. What do you understand by decentralisation? Define the local government
structure of India. How has local government helped to deepen democracy in
our country?
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Answer 1

Answer:

Decentralization or decentralisation is the process by which the activities of an organization, particularly those regarding planning and decision making, are distributed or delegated away from a central, authoritative location or group.

Local government in India refers to governmental jurisdictions below the level of the state.

“Local governments have made a significant impact on Indian democracy.

Impacts :

(i) Constitutional status for local governments has helped to deepen democracy.

(ii) It has increased women’s representation and voice in our democracy.