{"product_id":"rural-power-elites-in-panchayti-raj-by-indu-shekhar-hardcover","title":"RURAL POWER ELITES IN PANCHAYTI RAJ BY INDU SHEKHAR [HARDCOVER]","description":"\u003cp\u003eRural power elites in panchayats are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmark class=\"HxTRcb\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003einfluential individuals or groups who control local decision-making and resources, often manipulating the system for their own gain rather than for broader community welfare\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. While the Panchayati Raj system was designed to democratize governance, these elites continue to dominate due to their established social, economic, and political capital. This phenomenon is often referred to as \"elite capture\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"U6u95\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eEconomic dominance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese elites typically own significant property and land, giving them a high level of income and control over the village economy. This allows them to influence others through patronage, credit, and employment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eSocial prestige:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey usually belong to locally dominant and high-status caste groups. Their traditional authority and social standing grant them deference from other villagers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003ePolitical connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eElites maintain strong networks with higher-level politicians, such as Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), and local officials. These connections serve as a vital resource for gaining support, influencing administrative processes, and resolving personal matters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAQQAw\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eAccess to resources:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey are better educated and have superior networks and contacts than the general population, which makes them more resourceful and effective in navigating the political landscap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Indian Hobby Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42390487007275,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/6796\/1387\/files\/RURALPOWERELITESINPANCHAYTIRAJ.webp?v=1759920516","url":"https:\/\/www.indianhobbycenter.com\/products\/rural-power-elites-in-panchayti-raj-by-indu-shekhar-hardcover","provider":"Indian Hobby Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}