Good Governance and Development

Description

An exploration of the implications of the ‘good governance’ agendas for developing and newly democratized countries. The book assesses the ‘good governance’ agenda and examines the view of the international development agencies. Finally it considers the contribution political science can make to an understanding of each dimension of governance.

BRIAN SMITH is Professor Emeritus in Political Science at the University of Dundee, UK, and a Visiting Professor in Politics at the University of Exeter, UK. He is author of Understanding Third World Politics (also Palgrave Macmillan).
BRIAN SMITH is Professor Emeritus in Political Science at the University of Dundee, UK, and a Visiting Professor in Politics at the University of Exeter, UK. He is author of Understanding Third World Politics (also Palgrave Macmillan).

Governance Agendas
Political Accountability
Human Rights
The Rule of Law
Decentralization
Political Pluralism
Participation
Eradicating Corruption
Transparent and Accountable Public Administration
Efficient Public Management
Economic Reform and Poverty Alleviation
Conclusion.