Law Public Policy and Governance Latest 2027

Description

Public policy is a foundational concept in the study and practice of governance, representing the set of actions, decisions, and inactions undertaken by governmental institutions to address public issues and achieve collective goals. In modern democratic systems, public policy serves as the bridge between constitutional ideals and administrative realities. It translates political vision into actionable programmes that shape economic development, social justice, public welfare, and national security. In essence, public policy is not merely a technical exercise but a dynamic process deeply embedded in the political, legal, and institutional structure of the State.

In this background, Savitribai Phule Pune University revised its curriculum on the basis of the Choice Based Credit System for LL.M. from the academic year 2025–26 and introduced Law, Public Policy and Governance as one of the compulsory papers consisting of four credits under the specialization of Constitutional and Administrative Law. As an introductory perspective to prod and provoke the inquisitiveness of students, to grasp the key features of public policy and their relevance in a subtle perspective, and to provide help for the preparation of various university examinations providing for public policy as a subject, the author has designed its contents completely on the basis of the syllabus issued by the university, attempting to