GK Question

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The concept of Citizen's Charter in India was first introduced based on recommendations of which committee?

  1. Santhanam Committee
  2. Second Administrative Reforms Commission
  3. Sarkaria Commission
  4. Punchhi Commission

Answer: Second Administrative Reforms Commission

Citizen's Charter initiative launched in 1997 based on Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) recommendations. Charter sets standards of service delivery, timeframes, grievance redressal mechanisms for public services. Not legally enforceable but promotes accountability. Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) coordinates implementation. Part of broader good governance reforms to make administration citizen-centric.

Topic Citizen's Charter - Origin
Exam Relevance Good governance initiative question frequently asked in SSC and Railway exams