| Subject: | Political Science |
| Title: | Civil society’s role in democratizing governance an analysis of the Soochana Adhikar Abhijan movement in Odisha |
| Author(s): | Baishampayan Sunani |
| Published on: | 30th May 2025 |
| Published by: | Lyceum India |
| Name of the Journal: | Lyceum India Journal of Social Sciences |
| ISSN/E-ISSN: | 3048-6513 |
| Volume & Issue: | Volume: 2, Issue: 1 |
| Pages: | 27-32 |
| Original DOI (if any): | 10.5281/zenodo.15491445 |
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| Abstract: | Civil society is the fulcrum of today’s democratic polity. It strengthens and sustains the democratic fabric of society. In fact, we cannot think of a democracy today without active involvement of civil society groups in the decision-making process and governance. In other words, for democratic politics and governance to prevail, the existence of civil society organisations is inevitable. This paper explores the interplay between civil society and state in the context of the Soochana Adhikar movement in Odisha and underscores its significant role in democratising the governance process by promoting citizens participation, transparency and accountability in the state administration. It also briefs the institutional aspects of this grouping by analysing its structures, functions, and role in managing the movement. Then it proceeds to highlight the challenges faced by the activists and argues that a robust civil society is essential for building a vibrant democracy that fosters citizens’ engagement and holds the government accountable. |
| Keywords: | Civil Society, Citizens, Governance, Democracy, Transparency, Accountability |
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