Abstract

Citizen Engagement in Governance: A Study of Participatory Budgeting in India

Dr. T. Geethasree

Volume: 15 Special Issue: 5 2025

Abstract:

Citizen engagement in governance means that people and communities are actively involved in the public sector's decision-making, implementation, and monitoring processes to make things more open, accountable, and efficient. There are several ways to do it, such as town hall meetings, advisory groups, public consultations, and online forums. It helps build trust, openness, and new ideas. When citizens get involved, democracy is stronger, policies work better, and the government is better able to meet the demands of its people.

DOI: http://doi.org/10.37648/ijrssh.v15i05.033

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