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THE ROLE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN PAKISTAN

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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-I).23      10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-I).23      Published : Mar 2023

The Role of Local Government in Community Development in Pakistan

Abstract

    Local governments play pivotal role in fostering and facilitating community development, a vital aspect of societal progress. This research aims to explore and analyze the multifaceted role of local governments in community development initiatives. Through an extensive literature review and case studies, this study investigates the key responsibilities, challenges, and best practices employed by local governments to ameliorate conditions of their communities. The research delves into the various aspects of community development, including social, economic, and environmental dimensions. It examines how local governments engage with stakeholders—residents, community organizations, and businesses—to identify needs, set priorities, and implement strategies tailored to the unique characteristics of their regions. Furthermore, the study investigates the policy frameworks, funding mechanisms, and resources that local governments utilize to support community development projects. The research relies upon qualitative methods and data collection mainly from official documents and research. Findings from this research helps not only understanding challenges and means employed to address them by local governments in community development.

    Decentralizing, Industrialization, Sustainable, Mechanisms, Decision-making

    (1) Abdul Ghafoor
    PhD Scholar, Centre for South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Zahoor Khan
    Head, Department of Political Science, Edwards College Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Rahat Shabbir
    M.Phil. Scholar, Centre for South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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