What is public administration in India?
Public administration in India refers to the machinery and processes through which the government at various levels (central, state, and local) functions to implement policies, deliver services, and administer public affairs. It encompasses a wide range of activities including policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation, as well as the management of public resources and institutions. The public administration system in India is structured hierarchically, with the President at the apex followed by the Parliament, the Prime Minister, the Council of Ministers, and various central ministries and departments. At the state level, there are governors, state legislatures, chief ministers, and state government departments. Local governance is carried out through municipalities, panchayats, and other local bodies. India's public administration is influenced by principles of bureaucracy, with a strong emphasis on hierarchy, rules, and procedures. The civil services play a crucial