General Studies II · Subtopic
Non-governmental organizations
Official syllabus
Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders.
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What this covers
Distinguish an NGO's legal form, mission, activities, funding permissions and public accountability without assuming registration equals endorsement.
Key ideas
- Legal form
- Service and advocacy roles
- Darpan identity
- Funding compliance
- Accountability