Question

Which of the following is a structural feature that supports decentralized planning?

• A. Centralized decision-making with input from all levels.
• B. A single, top-down national development plan.
• C. Private sector monopolies controlling resource allocation.
• D. The existence of autonomous local government bodies.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. The existence of autonomous local government bodies.

• Decentralization requires that local bodies have a degree of political and administrative autonomy to make their own decisions.