
Is decentralisation good for development? This book explains when the answer is 'yes' and when it is 'no'. It shows how decentralisation can be designed to drive development forward, and focuses on the institutional incentives that can strengthen democracy, boost economies, and improve public sector performance.
This book investigates the conditions under which decentralization effectively promotes or hinders development outcomes. Authors Caroline Pöschl and Jean-Paul Faguet, both established scholars in political economy and governance, synthesize diverse academic research and policy experiences to construct a framework for evaluating institutional incentives. They argue that the success of decentralization is not inherent but contingent upon specific design choices that influence democratic accountability, economic efficiency, and public service delivery.
What You Will Find
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Experts recognize this work as a balanced synthesis of the complex trade-offs inherent in decentralization policies. Readers frequently note the clarity of the institutional framework, which serves as a useful reference for policymakers and students of political economy alike.
Page Count:
333
Publication Date:
2015-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0191800899
ISBN-13:
9780191800894
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