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Public Administration in the 1960s

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Which of the following events had a significant influence on the emergence of the 'New Public Administration' movement?

The publication of a groundbreaking research paper
The Vietnam War and urban riots in the 1960s (correct)
The appointment of a new government administration
The formation of a new academic institution

Which of the following reports is considered a major landmark in the growth of the 'New Public Administration'?

The Minnowbrook Report
Both B and C (correct)
The Honey Report on Higher Education for Public Service
The Philadelphia Conference Report

What was the significance of the Minnowbrook Conference held in 1968?

It marked the beginning of the 'New Public Administration' movement
It challenged the existing paradigms of orthodox public administration (correct)
It introduced new theories and concepts in public administration
It proposed reforms in higher education for public service

Which of the following publications is considered a significant contribution to the 'New Public Administration' literature?

Both A and B (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who undertook an evaluative study of public administration as an academic discipline in US universities in 1966?

John C. Honey of Syracuse University (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of the 'New Public Administration' movement?

To challenge the existing paradigms and restore values in governmental affairs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of accountability in good governance?

To ensure public officials are answerable for their actions and use of public resources (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of good governance according to the text?

Respect for the rule of law and protection of human rights (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of moving governments closer to the people they serve, as described in the text?

Greater transparency and accountability of the public sector (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key goal of good governance that all governments should pursue?

Matching public services with citizen preferences and needs (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aspects of good governance is NOT mentioned in the text?

Ensuring a high degree of political participation by citizens (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the three key dimensions of governance?

The ability of governments to maintain law and order within the country (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the definition provided by Leila Frischtak, which of the following is NOT encompassed by governance?

The resolution of conflicts between different political parties (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components is NOT included in the DFID's definition of 'good government'?

Transparency (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about governance is TRUE?

Governance refers to the exercise of power through a country's economic, social and political institutions (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the DFID's definition of 'good government', which of the following is a necessary component?

Means for citizens to give or withhold assent to the government (D) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about governance is NOT true?

Governance is limited to the formal laws and regulations of a country (D) Signup and view all the answers

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