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The Decentralization Delusion challenges the narrative that decentralization leads to enhanced democratic practices and higher levels of economic and social development.
Instead, the book argues that decentralization theory tends to rely on assumptions which are idealistic and mostly inappropriate to non-Western contexts. Diving into over 50 case studies from around the globe, the book extensively assesses the intended and unintended outcomes of different types and levels of decentralization. By juxtaposing the ideals of decentralization against the challenges of real-world implementation, the book lays the foundations for understanding what the prerequisites for success are and what the shortfalls can be. Ultimately, the book argues that we need types and forms of decentralization that are created from the bottom up and are embedded in the local culture, history, experiences, and desires, rather than in idealistic and inapplicable assumptions, beliefs, and theories.
This book’s broad-ranging analysis and compelling arguments will be of interest to students, researchers, and practitioners of development, politics, conflict, public administration, and public policy.
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Ruby Dagher is Assistant Professor at the School of International Development and Global Studies, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Consultant in the field of international development; and Co-founder of the think tank ADEV (Analyzing Development).
Nana Afia Aku Ofori-Yentumi is a PhD student at the University of Ottawa, Canada. She is a Co-founder of the think tank ADEV (Analyzing Development).
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