Bureaucratic System in the Era of New Public Administration: A Study Based on Bureaucracy in Contemporary Indian Society

Abstract

Bureaucratic structure during the sixteenth century as mentioned by Max Weber contained many elements of centralization. During the period the governmental structure also centralized in character. But after the emergence of New Public Administration and New Public Service, the bureaucratic structure and functioning subjected to change. This changes drastically altered conventional type of administrative system. In the era of globalization, the license permit raj came to an end and instead its place a new administrative structure, which is citizen friendly addressing the diverse needs of the people. But majority of third world countries such as India, this has not happened. The structure of bureaucracy still remains centralized and hierarchical as what Max Weber mentioned during the 16^th century. The causes may be studied and analyzed. This paper is an attempt to disclose all these things in detail.