Lesson 7.5: eGovernance Services and Online Citizen Portals
e-Governance means using computers and the internet to provide government services to citizens in a simple, transparent, and fast way.
๐๏ธ 1. What is e-Governance?
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“e” stands for electronic
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Governance means managing government activities and public services
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e-Governance uses ICT (Information and Communication Technology) to improve services
๐ฏ 2. Objectives of e-Governance
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Easy access to government services
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Transparency and time-saving
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Reduce corruption and paperwork
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Improve communication between government and citizens
๐ 3. Popular e-Governance Services in India
| Service Area | Portal/Platform | Purpose |
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| Identity | www.uidai.gov.in | Aadhar services |
| Income Tax | www.incometax.gov.in | File income tax returns |
| Employment | www.ncs.gov.in | National Career Service โ jobs & career |
| Citizen Services | www.india.gov.in | General government information |
| Grievance Redressal | www.pgportal.gov.in | File complaints or feedback to govt. |
| Driving/Licensing | www.parivahan.gov.in | Apply for driving license, vehicle details |
| Digital Services | www.digilocker.gov.in | Store govt. documents online |
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๐งพ 4. Benefits of e-Governance
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Available 24ร7
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No need to visit offices physically
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Saves time and travel costs
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Accessible even from rural areas
e-Governance makes government services digital, accessible, and citizen-friendly โ anytime, anywhere.
