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To achieve holistic development goal, a civil servant acts as an enabler and active facilitator of growth rather than a regulator. What specific measures will you suggest to achieve this goal?

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UPSC CSE 2025 (Prelims) CSAT Official Paper (25-May-2025)

To transition from a 'regulator' to an 'enabler' for holistic development, a civil servant must adopt a proactive and citizen-centric approach. I would suggest the following measures:

  1. Simplify Processes: Implement single-window clearance systems and digitise services to reduce red tape and improve the 'Ease of Doing Business' and 'Ease of Living'.
  2. Promote Participatory Governance: Actively involve local communities, NGOs, and the private sector in the planning and implementation of development projects to ensure they are need-based and sustainable.
  3. Focus on Outcomes, Not Just Outlays: Shift the administrative focus from merely spending allocated funds to achieving measurable development outcomes, such as improvements in health indicators or learning levels.
  4. Capacity Building and Skill Development: Facilitate skill development programs that align with local economic opportunities, empowering citizens to become self-reliant.
  5. Adopt a Solution-Oriented Mindset: Instead of just pointing out rules and roadblocks, actively guide and support citizens and entrepreneurs in navigating procedures and finding solutions.

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