Discuss the impact of technology on the governance in India
Describe the role of technology in improving the governance of India and the efforts of the government to promote its efficient utilization.
- Digitization of government services: The government of India has been working to digitize various government services, allowing citizens to access them more easily and efficiently
- E-governance platforms: The Indian government has launched various e-governance platforms, such as the National e-Governance Plan (NeGP) and the Digital India initiative, that provide citizens with online access to government services, information and more
- Open data initiatives: To promote transparency and accountability, the Indian government has launched various open data initiatives that make government data available to the public for analysis and use
- Efficient service delivery: Technology has enabled the government to deliver services to citizens more efficiently, such as the use of biometric authentication to deliver welfare benefits to the poor.
- Improved communication: Technology has made it easier for the government to communicate with citizens, such as the launch of the MyGov India platform that allows citizens to participate in policy-making through online consultations and forums.
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