Identifying the Dimensions of Good Governance: A Step towards attainment of Goal 16 of Agenda 2030

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  • Arpita Agrawal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33516/rb.v44i3.53-63p

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Governance, Sustainable Development, Government Policy

Abstract

The concept of good governance has received wide endorsement and is being increasingly considered as catalyst for sustainable development. Its significance has also been highlighted in Goal 16 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of 2030 development agenda1. Each of the 12 targets of this goal touches upon the vivid dimensions of governance. However, achieving this goal is quite challenging. The literature suggests that the degree of subjectivity involved in the concept of ‘good governance’ is one of the major challenges. In this backdrop, this paper attempts to identify the key dimensions and ingredients of good governance using comprehensive review of relevant literature. The objective of the paper is to trace the origin of the concept of good governance, understand its evolution and explore its various dimensions. Based on the findings, the paper categorises dimensions of good governance as regulatory, administrative, social and ethical. Further, seven key ingredients have also been identified. The findings could assist in devising methodology for quantifying the concept of good governance thereby moderating the subjectivity involved in the concept.

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2018-10-11

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Agrawal, A. (2018). Identifying the Dimensions of Good Governance: A Step towards attainment of Goal 16 of Agenda 2030. Research Bulletin, 44(3), 53–63. https://doi.org/10.33516/rb.v44i3.53-63p

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