Bureaucracy literally means a system of government by_

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Bureaucracy literally means a system of government by_
In the context of India, which one of the following is the characteristic appropriate for bureaucracy? (a) An agency widening the scope of parliamentary democracy (b) An agency for strengthening the structure of federalism (c) An agency for facilitating political stability and economic growth (d) An agency for the implementation of public policy

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Polity

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SSC

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{'bureaucracy': [1, 0, 1, 0], 'government': [5, 0, 0, 1], 'representative': [3, 0, 2, 3], 'officials': [3, 0, 0, 1], 'system': [8, 3, 7, 23], 'landlords': [1, 0, 0, 2], 'nominated representative': [1, 0, 0, 0]}

The correct answer is option 3, Officials. Bureaucracy is a system of government in which officials, who are not elected or nominated representatives, hold the authority to make decisions and implement policies. These officials are typically part of a bureaucratic organization, which is structured hierarchically with clear lines of authority and responsibility. They are responsible for administering laws, managing public services, and carrying out the day-to-day functions of the government. The term "bureaucracy" is often used pejoratively to imply inefficiency, red tape, and excessive rules and regulations. However, bureaucracy plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of a government and providing continuity and stability in governance. It is important to note that elected or nominated representatives, as indicated in options 1 and 2, are not an essential component of a bureaucracy.