What: A ranking index (similar to CPI by Transparency International) about the extent of accessibility of information that local bodies (Metros, Sub-metros, Municipalities and VDCs) need to proactively divulge on a regular basis to keep taxpayers informed.
Why: Information is the citizen’s primary means to maintain balance in government and a precursor to democracy. We concluded that adequate disclosure of information helps to reduce blatant corruption as the public becomes a governing entity and proactive disclosure of information adds an aspect of responsibility and accountability in local bodies and the elected officials that oversee them. Furthermore, it is a legal obligation under the RTI Act (2007) to proactively disclose certain information by a public body and it is a fundamental right of the people to get the same, as enshrined in the constitution.
Where: Through their respective websites. Owing to the fact that we live in the Technology Era, people find it convenient to extract information through online sources. Local bodies also have designated personnel to oversee maintenance of websites and other technological resources. Finally, as we are living through a global pandemic, updating information through websites makes the process easier and safer for both citizens and government officials.
Who: The assessment of local body websites are conducted by the team members of Citizen Collective for the initial sample size. As we move to expand the assessment to all 753 local bodies, this assessment will be conducted by volunteers (according to a written guide) and verified by the team.
How: 61 indicators were developed in order to adequately assess the information that are available in websites of local bodies and are weighted numerically to add up to a total score of 100. These indicators can be categorized into 20 categories that are backed by the Right to Information Act/Rule providing a legal framework for the need to disclose the information.
Company Details
- Founded
- -
- Address
- Kathmandu, Np
- Industry
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Website
- http://tandavtech.com/client/cc/
- HQ
- Kathmandu
Citizens Collective Questions
Citizens Collective's website is http://tandavtech.com/client/cc/
Citizens Collective's LinkedIn profile is https://np.linkedin.com/company/citizenscollective
Citizens Collective's industry is
Non-profit Organizations
Citizens Collective's top competitors are
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Citizens Collective's categories are Non-profit Organizations
Citizens Collective's founding year is 2021
