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Consider the following statements about Democratic Decentralization

  1. Democratic decentralization involves the legal and political transfer of power to local governments
  2. Devolution is the strongest form of decentralization as it ensures accountability to the local electorate

    ANone of these

    BAll of these

    Cii only

    Di only

    Answer:

    B. All of these

    Read Explanation:

    Democratic decentralization is a governance approach that involves the distribution of authority and responsibility from central to local levels of government, allowing communities greater participation in decision-making processes, enhancing accountability, and promoting local development by empowering citizens to influence policies and programs that affect their lives.


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