An Assessment of Criteria for Block Grants and Current Practices and Capacity of Gram Panchayats in Karnataka
The study assessed the appropriateness of different criteria for providing block grants to more backward and most backward Gram Panchayats. The study also assessed the current practices and capacities in terms of accounting and auditing practices in sample Gram Panchayats.
Preparation of the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) Report for the State of Karnataka
The Karnataka State MDG Report provided insights on India’s progress towards the Millennium Development Goals, highlighting successes and areas for improvement at the state level. This detailed assessment of the indicators at the state level was intended to inform the prioritization of sustainable development goals for Karnataka in preparation for their adoption by the UN Assembly.
A Study on the Impact of Training on SMC Members and Functioning of the SMC: Evidence from Jharkhand
This field-based study examined the constitution, functioning, effectiveness, roles, and training of School Management Committees in Jharkhand and provided suggestions for improving their performance.
Pre Budget Advocacy for Enhanced Allocation: Early Childhood Care and Education
Article 45 of the Constitution of India highlights the importance of early childhood care and education (ECCE), directing the State to “endeavor to provide early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years.” This report, submitted by CBPS to the Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Karnataka […]
Orientation Programme on Urban Finances and Governance for Elected Representatives and Officers of Local Government and Provincial Councils, Sri Lanka
This report details the events and technical learnings from the orientation programme designed and organised by CBPS on urban finances and governance practices from elected and bureaucratic representatives from the Sri Lankan local government and provincial councils. The orientation programme was organized by Centre for Budget and Policy Studies, Bengaluru with support from The Asia […]
Bengaluru Rural District: Human Development Report 2014 (English)
The Bengaluru Rural District Human Development Report utilizes various indices, including HDI, GII, FSI, and others, to provide a comprehensive analysis of human development at the taluk level. The analysis is based on data from the Bengaluru Rural Zilla Panchayat and line departments for 2010-2011. Additional data sources, including Census, National Sample Surveys, District Level […]
Bengaluru Rural District: Human Development Report 2014 (Kannada)
The Bengaluru Rural District Human Development Report utilizes various indices, including HDI, GII, FSI, and others, to provide a comprehensive analysis of human development at the taluk level. The analysis is based on data from the Bengaluru Rural Zilla Panchayat and line departments for 2010-2011. Additional data sources, including Census, National Sample Surveys, District Level […]
Promoting Inclusive Governance in Karnataka Through Budget Work
This project used budget analysis as a tool to try and improve governance practices within the State government, and improve the scope of the government’s inclusivity via consultation with the government and other municipal bodies.
Study of Own Source Revenues of Panchayats
The 73rd Amendment established a three-tier local government system in rural areas under the Panchayat Raj Institutions (PRIs), providing the legal basis for their independent functioning as envisaged in the Constitution. Article 243G directs states to devolve powers and functions to the PRIs, enabling them to function as local self-governments. While the Constitution lists functions […]
Study of Own Source Revenues of Panchayats with a Focus on Property Tax
The 73rd Amendment established a three-tier local government system in rural areas under the Panchayat Raj Institutions (PRIs), providing the legal basis for their independent functioning as envisaged in the Constitution. Article 243G directs states to devolve powers and functions to the PRIs, enabling them to function as local self-governments. While the Constitution lists functions […]