Book Review@IIPA Part 8 l Federalism & Decentralization l Dr Karthik Muralidharan

While India's federal system theoretically offers both large-scale efficiencies and local responsiveness, in practice, the overlap and coordination challenges often hinder effective service delivery. In this episode we delve into Chapter 8, "Federalism and Decentralization," from the book Accelerating India’s Development by Karthik Muralidharan. We explore the complexities of India's federal structure and its impact on governance and public service delivery.

We discuss the balance between centralized functions like defense and trade, and decentralized functions such as local education, highlighting the ongoing challenges of jurisdictional disputes, political centralization, and the need for reform. Join us as we analyze the importance of effective local governments and the potential reforms needed to strengthen India's federalism.

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