UPSC Mains General Studies Paper – 1 Mains 2023
UPSC Mains Civil Services IAS Exam Question Paper – 2023
Introduction
e-Governance is an essential tool of governance which aims to bring significant transformation in the administration landscape by harnessing information and communication technologies (ICTs) to enhance government efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
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| E-Governance for Effectiveness | E-Governance for Transparency | E-Governance for Accountability |
| Reduces overall time by streamline the entire process, reducing Paperwork | Government information is readily accessible by citizens. | Position of Ombudsman for conflict and complaint resolutions. |
| Minimises Bureaucratic Red Tape | Online RTI Portals, Computerisation of Land Records, Swamitva . Elimination of manpower reduces chances of corruption. | Citizen Report Cards , Social Audits , Use of AADHAR for direct benefit transfers. Online complaint Portals and progress trackers like Pragati. |
| Usage of AADHAR for Bank documentations ,House Registration ,etc. all connected through biometrics. |
INADEQUACIES HAMPERING E-GOVERNANCE IN INDIA:
- Digital Divide with Rural-Urban as the main issue as only 14.9% of Rural households have internet access. No last mile connectivity.
- Low Awareness among citizens of Rural areas hence they are deprived .
- Lack of Legal and Regulatory Framework for Data Protection.
- Regional Language Barriers .
- Digital illiteracy as not all are aware of the devices and its usage .
- Infrastructure Challenge like Insufficient Power supply and Lack of high speed internet.
- Workforce Shortage for IT system development and management in Rural areas.
RECOMMENDATION OF 2ND ARC FOR E-GOVERNANCE :-
- Promotion of public Private Partnership model in e governance
- Prioritisation of E-Governance projects.
- Fostering Awareness in society for ease of usage
- Evaluation and Monitoring of the existing e-gov projects
Conclusion:
Hence, E-Governance has brought about revolutionary changes however the inadequacies need to be addressed with proper inclusivity of every sector of the society for ensuring Greater penetration and its role as a Transformative Force for the betterment of Indian society continues
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