Question

Which of the following best describes the "deconcentration" aspect of democratic decentralization?

• A. Transfer of decision-making authority to non-governmental organizations.
• B. Political empowerment of locally elected representatives
• C. Administrative transfer of responsibilities from central to field offices
• D. Fiscal autonomy given to local governments.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Administrative transfer of responsibilities from central to field offices

Deconcentration is the administrative process of redistributing authority and responsibilities from a central government to regional or local offices, while still keeping ultimate control with the central authority.