Chapter 1

Question 1

• In 1992 the world bank introduced this as part of its criteria for lending to developing countries

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good governance

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is the name given to the entity exercising that authority.

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Government

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can most simply define as legitimate power to make decision on behalf of the organization.

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Authority

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the ability to influence the behavior of others, authority is the right to do so.

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Power

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rooted in history or tradition like monarchies.

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Traditional authority

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stems from personality-derives from individual’s extraordinary personal qualities

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Charismatic authority

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grounded in a set of impersonal rules. It is a form of leadership in which authority of a ruling government regime comes from system of bureaucracy, public choice and legality.

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Legal authority

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is to study the exercise of authority. Government is closely related to politics

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study government

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is the name given to the entity exercising that authority.

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Government

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can most simply define as legitimate power to make decision on behalf of the organization.

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Authority

Question 11

the ability to influence the behavior of others, authority is the right to do so.

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power

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is rooted in history or tradition like monarchies.

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Traditional authority

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stems from personality-derives from individual’s extraordinary personal qualities

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Charismatic authority

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is grounded in a set of impersonal rules. It is a form of leadership in which authority of a ruling government regime comes from system of bureaucracy, public choice and legality.

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Legal authority

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The system by which entities are directed and controlled

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GOVERNANCE

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to study the exercise of authority. Government is closely related to politics.

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study government

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defines governance as the process whereby societies or organizations make their important decisions, determine who has the voice, who is engaged in the process, and how an account is rendered.

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INSTITUTE ON GOVERNANCE( IOG)

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It assures that corruption is minimized, The views of minorities are taken into account, and that the voices of the most vulnerable in society are heard in decision-making. It is also responsive to the present and future needs of society.

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GOOD GOVERNANCE

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CHARACTERISTICS OF GOOD GOVERNANCE

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1. Participation
2. Consensus orientation
3. Accountability
4. Transparency
5. Responsiveness
6. Equity and Inclusiveness
   7.Effectiveness and efficiency
   8.Rule of Law

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All men and women should have a voice in decision-making, either directly or through legitimate intermediate institutions that represent their interests.

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Participation

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Good governance mediates differing interests to reach a broad consensus on what is in the best interests of the group and,. Where possible, on policies and procedures

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Consensus orientation

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Is based on the principle that every person or group is responsible for their actions, especially when their acts affect the public interest.

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Accountability

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on the free flow of information. Processes, institutions, and information are direct and accessible to those concerned with them, and enough information is provided to understand and monitor them.

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1. Transparency

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Good governance requires that institutions and processes try to serve all stakeholders within a reasonable timeframe.

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Responsiveness

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All men and women have opportunities to improve or maintain their well-being.

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Equity and Inclusiveness

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Processes and institutions produce results that meet needs while making the best use of resources.

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Effectiveness and efficiency

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It demands that the people and civil society render habitual obedience to the law.

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Rule of Law

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BENEFITS OF GOOD GOVERNANCE

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Efficient Processes
Visibility of Errors
Smoother–Running Operations
Reduced Costs
Compliance

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Due to the repeatability and consistency of task perform

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Efficient processes

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This repeatability and consistently helps to quickly identify the non-conformities and processes

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Visibility of errors

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When task are streamlined companies can eliminate the waste from scrap, rework, and any other costly and efficiencies

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Reduce costs

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Regular descriptions from inconsistent processes are eliminated as operation specific becomes either confirm or non-conform

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Smoother- running operations

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A culture that supports corporate governance allows for its product to reach the market while meeting its intended specifications and working

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Compliance