Topic: devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.
3. A greater role and devolution of funds for local bodies can boost healthcare but administrative challenges need to be addressed for it to be effective. Analyse. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
In early November 2021, a potentially game-changing and transformative development went by, almost unnoticed — the release of ₹8,453.92 crore to 19 States, as a health grant to rural and urban local bodies (ULBs), by the Department of Expenditure, the Ministry of Finance.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about how healthcare cab bolstered by giving a greater administrative and financial role for local bodies.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by mentioning how local bodies can play an important part in health care of India.
Body:
First, explain how a greater role in administrative and financial capabilities can help healthcare in India – Mohalla clinics of elhi.
Next, discuss the various administrative obstacles to it – excessive bureaucracy, lack of infrastructure, corruption and leakages etc.
Next, explain the steps that are needed to be taken in the above regard to address it.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
