An independent and robust social audit mechanism is essential for ensuring performance, accountability, and ethical conduct in the public service sector. Discuss.
Answer:- A social audit is a process of assessing, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of public services and programs by involving citizens and civil society organizations. It is a critical tool for promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance.
- Promoting Transparency and Accountability: Social audits provide a citizen-driven examination of public institutions, exposing inefficiencies, biases, and malpractices. By making information accessible and verifiable, they deter corruption and abuse of power, ensuring that public officials and institutions are accountable to the people.
- Improving Performance and Service Delivery: It identifies gaps between ....
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