pyq/2019/public-administration-optional-i/5

Answer the following in about 150 words each:

(a) Contractualism has become a favourite policy of the neoliberal forces, but not without its share of controversy. Argue. (10 marks)

(b) The failure to discard its elitist character and west-centric orientation has led to the decline of Comparative Public Administration. Explain. (10 marks)

(c) "Maximum social gain" in public policy making is an attractive goal which is rarely found in practice. Discuss. (10 marks)

(d) A narrow view of information comes in the way of successful implementation of MIS in organizations. Analyse. (10 marks)

(e) Has e-governance led to debureaucratization and decentralization? Assess its impact on bureaucratic inertia. (10 marks)