Odisha CM Directs Officials to Prioritize Work Over New Year Greetings
Odisha CM urges officials to focus on work and grievance redressal, promoting good governance.
Photo by Iqro Rinaldi
मुख्य तथ्य
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik issued directive
Focus on work and grievance redressal
Ahead of New Year
UPSC परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण
Principles of Good Governance (transparency, accountability, responsiveness, rule of law, equity, effectiveness)
Administrative Reforms in India (ARC reports, e-governance initiatives, Right to Public Services Acts)
Role of State Executive (CM, Council of Ministers) in administrative oversight and policy implementation
Citizen Charters and Public Grievance Redressal Mechanisms
Ethical considerations and values in public service
दृश्य सामग्री
Odisha: Focus on Citizen-Centric Governance
This map highlights the state of Odisha, where CM Naveen Patnaik issued a directive to prioritize public service and grievance redressal. The directive underscores the state's commitment to efficient, citizen-centric administration, especially during festive periods.
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Odisha CM's Consistent Focus on Good Governance (2015-2025)
This timeline illustrates key governance initiatives and directives by the Odisha Chief Minister, demonstrating a sustained commitment to administrative efficiency and citizen-centric approaches, leading up to the recent directive.
Odisha, under CM Naveen Patnaik, has consistently emphasized good governance and citizen-centric administration. Initiatives like 'Mo Sarkar' and the '5T' mantra reflect a long-term vision to improve public service delivery and accountability. The recent directive is a continuation of this established policy, reinforcing the importance of uninterrupted public service.
- 2015Launch of 'Mo Sarkar' (My Government) initiative for feedback on public services.
- 2017Implementation of 5T (Teamwork, Technology, Transparency, Transformation, Time Limit) governance mantra.
- 2019Expansion of 'Mo Sarkar' to cover all departments, emphasizing citizen feedback.
- 2020-2022Proactive disaster management and COVID-19 response, showcasing administrative efficiency.
- 2023Focus on digital transformation and e-governance initiatives for service delivery.
- 2025CM directs officials to prioritize public service over New Year greetings.
और जानकारी
पृष्ठभूमि
The concept of 'good governance' has been a recurring theme in India's administrative discourse since independence. Various committees and commissions, notably the Administrative Reforms Commissions (ARCs), have emphasized the need for a citizen-centric approach.
Historically, colonial administration was rule-bound and focused on control, a legacy that independent India has strived to shed, moving towards a service-oriented model. The emphasis on public service and grievance redressal aligns with the constitutional mandate of a welfare state.
नवीनतम घटनाक्रम
बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the principles of 'Good Governance' in India: 1. It primarily emphasizes economic growth and fiscal prudence. 2. Citizen Charters are a key instrument for promoting transparency and accountability. 3. The concept advocates for responsive and inclusive public service delivery. 4. E-governance initiatives are considered antithetical to traditional bureaucratic structures. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
Statement 1 is incorrect. While economic growth and fiscal prudence are important, good governance encompasses a broader range of principles including transparency, accountability, rule of law, participation, equity, and responsiveness, focusing on citizen welfare. Statement 2 is correct. Citizen Charters aim to make public services more transparent, accountable, and citizen-friendly by specifying service standards, timelines, and grievance redressal mechanisms. Statement 3 is correct. Responsive and inclusive public service delivery is a core tenet of good governance, ensuring that services reach all sections of society effectively and efficiently. Statement 4 is incorrect. E-governance initiatives are crucial tools for enhancing good governance by improving efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of public services, often seen as complementary to, not antithetical to, modern bureaucratic structures.
2. In the context of administrative reforms aimed at enhancing public service delivery in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) recommended the enactment of a Right to Public Services Act. 2. The Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) is primarily a state-level initiative. 3. The concept of 'convergence' in departmental functioning aims to reduce inter-departmental silos and improve coordination. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
Statement 1 is correct. The Second ARC, in its 12th report 'Citizen Centric Administration - The Heart of Governance,' strongly recommended the enactment of a Right to Public Services Act to ensure timely delivery of services and accountability. Many states have subsequently enacted such laws. Statement 2 is incorrect. CPGRAMS is an online platform developed by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Government of India, for citizens to lodge grievances related to central government organizations. It is a central-level initiative, though states have their own parallel systems. Statement 3 is correct. The CM's directive specifically mentioned promoting 'convergence in departmental functioning.' This concept is crucial for integrated service delivery, avoiding duplication, and ensuring a holistic approach to governance by breaking down silos between different government departments.