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Which of the following describes the three key forms of decentralization?

ADeconcentration, Devolution, Decentralization

BDeconcentration, Delegation, Devolution

CDelegation, Disaggregation, Devolution

DDelegation, Decentralization, Deconcentration

Answer:

B. Deconcentration, Delegation, Devolution

Read Explanation:

  • Deconcentration – Transfer of administrative responsibilities from central to field offices, allowing for more localized management.

  • Delegation – Authority given to semi-independent agencies or organizations to execute certain government functions.

  • Devolution – The legal and political transfer of responsibilities from central/state governments to elected local governments, ensuring accountability to both higher authorities and the local electorate


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