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21 June 2026

Launch of Karnataka's 'Prajaseva Department' for grievance redressal

This initiative serves as a practical, state-level case study for improving grievance redressal mechanisms and administrative responsiveness, which can be cited as an example in GS2 and GS4 answers regarding governance reforms.

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Notes

  • Karnataka government has established the 'Prajaseva Department' to centralize and streamline public grievance redressal.
  • The department aims to enhance citizen outreach and administrative responsiveness.
  • The initiative mandates that district-level ministers conduct public interactions in all taluks on a weekly basis.
  • The department functions as an administrative hub where submitted grievances are formally routed for review and follow-up.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of institutionalized grievance redressal mechanisms in strengthening the framework of e-governance and public accountability in India. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. The 'Prajaseva Department' recently launched in Karnataka is primarily aimed at:

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