4026 Public Policy and Administration in India

Course Name: POL HC 4026 Public Policy and Administration in India

About the Course:

Objective:

The paper seeks to provide an introduction to the interface between public policy and administration in India. The essence of public policy lies in its effectiveness in translating the governing philosophy into programs and policies and making it a part of the community living. It deals with issues of decentralization, financial management, citizens and administration and social welfare from a non-western perspective.

Course Outcomes:

• be familiarised with and gain knowledge about the processes of public policy making in India and their significance in administering the state.

• develop the ability to assess the functioning of the government and the administration in ensuring a citizen centric welfare administration in India.