Beschreibung:
Urbanization is giving rise to vibrant and volatile urban India as engine of economic activities that contributes to national economic growth. The urban local self-government (ULSG) is struggling to provide efficient, effective, inclusive and responsive urban services. Most ULSGs are too fragile to perform the mandated functions for enhancing the quality of life and making cities and towns livable.The book traces evolution of ULSGs, its decline after Independence, and steps taken to strengthen them.Please note: Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
1. Urban Local Government: Its Role and Evolution 2. Urban Local Government in Post-Independent Period 3. Decentralisation and Empowerment of Urban Local Self-Government The Constitution Amendment 4. State Municipal Laws in the Post-74th Constitution Amendment Regime 5. Views of Constitution Review Commission and Second Administrative Reforms Commission 6. Implementation of 74th Constitution Amendment 7. Empowerment of Urban Local Self-Government: The Options 8. Strengthening Urban Local Self-Government: Organisational Capacity Development