The Impact of NGOs on Grassroots Development in India

 


Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are those non-profit or voluntary organizations that are independent of any private or governmental control. They are aimed at promoting the interests of those who cannot represent themselves and at relieving their suffering. They work towards important social, human, and economic sustainability issues including making basic human rights accessible to everyone.

These organizations have a distinct approach and style of decision-making that makes them critical for development practices, especially at the grassroots level.

Continue reading to know more about how these organizations have a powerful impact on India’s development indices and their achievements.

How are NGOs Uniquely Structured for Grassroots Development?

Before we talk about how non-governmental organizations help in the achievement of development goals, it is important to understand how they are structured. This will give key insights into their essential role and how they help in the long-term welfare and development of the communities that they work with.

Here are some key characteristics of these grassroots institutions:   

  • They are independent and neutral from the influences of governments or privately held organizations. 
  • Non-governmental organizations have a decentralized structure. They usually don’t have any binding hierarchy. People working in NGOs have more flexibility while making decisions and can mobilize responses with greater ease and efficiency. 
  • Although they have external funding sources, they are not profit-making institutions. They are only responsible to their donors and the government.

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