Question: 4th Annual Devolution Conference is being held from 06th to 09th March, 2017 In which of the following countries?
(a) Bharat
(b) China
(c) West Indies
(d) Kenya
Ans: (d)
Related Fact :
- 4th Annual Devolution Conference is being held from 06th to 09th March, 2017 at Nakuru County of Kenya.
- The theme of the conference is: Devolution- Transforming Lives: Tell your story!
Objective of the Conference: - The overall objective of the conference will be to safeguard the gains, enhance the understanding and appreciation of devolution as a system of governance that focuses on public accountability and learning new ways of socio-economic development and delivering services. The conference has the following objectives:
- To review the socio-economic impact of devolution over the past four years.
- To discuss how devolution has been a tool for socio-economic integration in the country in promoting equity and inclusivity.
- To demonstrate the achievements in adopting the “Big Bang” Devolution implementation approach over the past four years.
- To identify opportunities for change, growth and enhanced cooperation in changing perspectives, changing the narrative and entrenching devolution in Kenya.
- Review the financial burden in applying two thirds gender principle as opposed to an inclusive policy in an electoral system.
India’s Participation: - The Union Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Arjun Ram Meghwal will represent India in the 4th Annual Devolution Conference .
- Mr. Meghwal would specifically highlight the 73rd-74th Constitutional Amendments and provisions there under for strengthening the local governance.
- He will also brief the Conference on the revenue sharing between the Centre and the States as well as showcase the smooth devolution from the earlier 32% share in 13thFinance Commission to 42% of Union’s net tax receipts, to the States.
Reference:
http://www.devolution.cog.go.ke/
http://pib.nic.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=158859