Topic: Government policies and Interventions, Local body governance
Q1. Empowered local governance is key for forest restoration and management in India. Illustrate using the case study. (10M)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: DTE
Key Demand of the question:
To elaborate on the significance of empowered local governance in the context of forest restoration and management in India, supported by a relevant case study.
Directive word:
Illustrate – Provide examples, case studies, or evidence to support your explanation.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction: Briefly introduce the concept of local governance and its status in terms of empowerment (73rd Constitutional Amendment)
Body:
Start by explaining why empowered local governance is crucial for effective forest restoration and management.
Show provision of FRA and PESA, giving powers in the hand of gram panchayat for managing community resources such as forest.
Use a case study to illustrate how empowered local governance has led to successful outcomes in forest conservation and restoration.
Conclusion:
Suggest what more needs to be done to empower local bodies in India esp. for forest conservation