Public Policy and Governance

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Governance is broader than government, involving the private sector and civil society in decision-making. The public policy cycle runs: agenda-setting → formulation → decision-making → implementation → evaluation. Modern tools include PPPs, arm's-length regulators (SEBI/TRAI/IRDAI), and e-governance.

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Good governance: participation, transparency, accountability, rule of law, responsiveness.
Policy cycle: agenda-setting → formulation → decision → implementation → evaluation.

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Governance = govt + private sector + civil society in decision-making.