Question

What is mean by decentralization and why is it preferred in democracy ?

Answer 1

Answer:

Decentralization is a process of disturbing and dispersing functions , powers , peoples are things away from Central location or authority.

Answer 2

Answer:

a) When power is taken away from Central and State governments and given to local government, it is called decentralisation.

b) Decentralisation helps in solving a large number of problems and issues at the local level.

c) People have better knowledge of problems in their localities and hence they are the best resources to solve problems.

d) They also have better ideas on where to spend money and how to manage things more efficiently.

e) Besides, at the local level it is possible for the people to directly participate in decision making. This helps to inculcate a habit of democratic participation.

f) Local government is the best way to realise one important principle of democracy, namely local self-government.