E-governance For Development: A Focus On Rural India (Technology, Work And Globalization)

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This book offers an in-depth examination of the rapid expansion of e-governance projects focused on development over recent decades. Through detailed analysis of three long-term case studies of rural e-governance initiatives, it reveals that improving governance systems is fundamentally a social endeavor, not solely a managerial or technological one. The author delves into the theoretical underpinnings of development and governance, introducing a new conceptual framework to foster a more profound understanding of the political, social, and administrative processes at both macro and micro levels that shape e-governance project implementation. Drawing on over fifteen years of research conducted in India, a period marked by significant shifts in the nation’s development ideology, governance reform strategies, and ICT adoption, the book presents three distinct case studies. Each case study, situated in a different state and focusing on a unique social sector, highlights the intricate contexts in which e-governance applications are deployed. Ultimately, this work seeks to underscore the importance of comprehending the historical evolution of development and governance processes, emphasizing that technological solutions like e-governance should not obscure this crucial understanding.

About the Author

Shirin Madon, a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems & Innovation at the LSE, brings extensive expertise to this work. Her research, deeply rooted in the social impact of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in developing countries, draws on longitudinal studies of IT’s role in enhancing development planning. Madon’s intellectual inquiry now broadens to encompass governance and development, with a specific focus on how ICTs can improve the lives of the rural poor.

9781349961177 ISBN
Economic Policy & Development
Business & Economics