The scope of development in India is not narrow but wide, as it includes economic development, social development, quality of life, empowerment, women and child development, education and health awareness, etc.
The task of development is so vast and complex that the mere implementation of government schemes is not enough to understand and diagnose a problem.
This requires a holistic approach and collaborative efforts involving various departments, agencies and even non – governmental organisations.
Development seems to be a simple activity however practically it is not that simple. After independence, several development programmes have been implemented through various five-year plans. Emphasis has been laid on poverty alleviation, employment generation, increased opportunities for income generation and infrastructure through other policies and programmes of the government.
Also, Panchayati Raj institutions have been set up by the government to strengthen democracy at the ground level. But despite all efforts, the problem of development, unemployment rate and low production continues to this day. Infrastructure issues such as livelihood security, sanitation, education, medical care, etc are continuing.
To fulfil the development in the present era, NGOs or non-governmental organizations work more easily in the required areas than government organizations, as non-government organizations are more flexible and specific to a particular area.
