There has been the rapid growth of the IT sector which can transform the generation
and delivery of public services, thereby reconfiguring relationships between
government and citizens , governments and businesses as well as within and
between governments . E-government has the potential to improve the performance
of public institutions and make them more transparent and responsive; facilitate
strategic connections in government by creating joined-up administrations in
which users can access information and services via portals or ‘one-stop-shops’;
and empower civil-society organisations and citizens by making knowledge
and other resources more directly accessible. The concept of e-governance results in new ways of governing via new information and communication .It is cheaper and more effective management and processing of information; there is a freer flow of information between departments, agencies and layers within government, an important point there is transparency, particularly in relation to the procurement of government services , the strengthening of intermediary democratic institutions, such as parliaments, local government which is very important for democracy to be strong. Successful e-government initiatives can have demonstrable and tangible impact on improving citizen participation and quality of life as a result of effective multi-stakeholder partnerships.
There is no standard definition of e governance.
It is important to recognize that e-Government is not an end it Is an enabler.
“E-government” should eventually disappear as a distinct concept because “government”
Rather than technology is at the core of e-Government and technology will eventually pervade all governmental operations .
There are various components of e-governance. First is the social component. Everyone will be aware of their rights and thus this will prevent exploitation. Next is service component. High quality service can be ensured to everyone....