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Citizen Charter for UPSC: Complete Notes

Citizen Charter is an important topic under Governance in GS Paper II of the UPSC Civil Services Examination. It is a voluntary declaration by government organizations that defines standards of service delivery, time limits, grievance redressal mechanisms, and citizens’ expectations. The objective of Citizen Charter is to make administration more transparent, accountable, and citizen-centric.
Understanding Citizen Charter is essential for analyzing administrative reforms, service delivery mechanisms, and governance efficiency in both Prelims and Mains.
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