What role does technology play in improving governance and public service delivery in India

Explain the advantages of technology and give some examples of how it is transforming the government and public service sectors.
  • Technology plays a crucial role in improving governance and public service delivery in India by providing efficient and transparent services to citizens and bringing in accountability in the system.
  • The advantages of technology include easy accessibility of government services, speedy delivery of services, reduced corruption, and increased transparency.
  • The Digital India initiative launched in 2015 aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society and provides the necessary infrastructure for government services to become more accessible and efficient.
  • Examples of how technology is transforming the government and public service sectors include the use of e-governance platforms such as e-District, e-Office, and e-Courts.
  • Mobile-based applications like UMANG, mParivahan, and BHIM have made it easier for citizens to access various government services and schemes, including banking and transportation services.
  • The use of biometric identification systems like Aadhaar has helped in creating a more reliable and secure system of service delivery and has reduced leakages and fraud in various welfare schemes.
  • Electronic voting machines have made the electoral process more efficient and transparent, and the use of social media has helped in improving citizen engagement and participation in governance.
In conclusion, technology has the potential to revolutionize governance and public service delivery in India and can help in creating a more accountable, transparent, and citizen-friendly system.
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