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Q. Explain the basic principles of the citizens charter movement and bring out its importance. (150 words, 10 Marks)

November 22, 2023 1

GS Paper IV Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude

Answer:

Approach:

  • Introduction: Explain about citizen charter.
  • Body: 
    • Mention the Basic principles of citizens charter movement.
    • Add some key benefits of the Citizens’ Charter movement.
    • Issues involved in Citizen’s charter. 
  • Conclusion: Conclude by relevant statements.

 

Introduction:

The Citizens’ Charter movement is a tool for promoting good governance and public service delivery that emphasizes transparency, accountability, and citizen participation. It provides a framework for improving public service delivery and enhancing citizen engagement, making it an essential tool for promoting good governance.

Body:- 

Basic principles of citizens charter movement:

23.1

  • Service delivery: Citizens have the right to access quality public services in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Transparency: Public service providers must be transparent in their operations and communicate their policies, procedures, and service standards to citizens.
  • Accountability: Public service providers must be accountable to citizens for their actions and ensure that citizens’ grievances are addressed promptly.
  • Participation: Citizens must be involved in the design, implementation, and monitoring of public services to ensure that they meet their needs.

Here are some key benefits of the Citizens’ Charter movement:

  • Improves the quality of public services by setting service standards and benchmarks that public service providers must meet.
  • Enhances transparency and accountability in public service delivery by making service providers more responsive to citizens’ needs.
  • Promotes citizen engagement and participation in public service delivery, which leads to greater satisfaction and trust in public institutions.
  • Increases efficiency and effectiveness of public service delivery by encouraging innovation, best practices, and performance monitoring.
  • Provides a platform for citizens to voice their concerns, make suggestions, and hold public service providers accountable for their actions.

Conclusion:

The Citizens’ Charter movement has gained significant importance in recent years as it provides a framework for improving public service delivery, enhancing citizen participation and accountability, and promoting good governance. It is an essential tool for promoting transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in public service delivery and improving the quality of life for citizens.

 

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