The Minimum Government and Legislative Activism

The Minimum Government and Legislative Activism

By: Amit Bhushan Date: 6th May 2015

We are having a spate of early anniversary 'articles' to review performance of the government. Perhaps the authors/scripter do not want to be lost in the din by being close to the deadline or avoid the noises coming from the official quarters; perhaps a smart move by the nimble footed soldiers. Some of them may be aware of some stats that is bound to be released in support of the government's claim of performance. Thought that this article should therefore present the fresh status of the 'ongoing game', Sanjay uwach, kind of… One of the promise by the Political Leaders in the ruling party was to simplify governance in the country by eliminating obsolesce in the Laws and which received cautious welcome from these articles in Management Paradise.

While we hear a lot of talk about Government attempting to push for new legislations through a variety of routes, a lot of foreign bodies eager to assist the Government to manage push for some of these legislations in better way except in area of net neutrality, that is and the 'Opposition' uniting to block most of the proposed legislation often displaying their understanding of the 'Game'. The initiative to simplify government seems to have taken back seat and Legislature seems increasingly embroiled again to blockage Rajneeti. We also have an 'emerging section' of independent experts giving their independent opinion on burning questions of the day and allowing the 'Opposition' the benefit of not having any opinion or commitments to issues in support of their 'Game'. Quite a few of the 'top' leaders would obviously gain 'new' expertise if and when they come to power, the way it has happened for some other leaders in government.

We still do not get those clear 5 amendments to any proposed legislation which makes it 'passable' because the Rajneeti is the art of possible and the perception of possibilities change depending upon ones 'nearness' to the seat of influence. This of course then shapes ones opinion about the 'passable' legislation and is very likely to change if the level of 'nearness' to the position of influence is changed and the 'Netas' in government also know this fact.

While the newbie party was expected to bring about a 'change' in this pseudo-war which could have been its game changer and possibly a route to power, however it presently seems embroiled in dousing flames within and being re-activist to the activism of commercial news media's approach to dealing with the party. Its inability to formulate clear opinions including a game-plan about handling the issues while rushing to announce intentions where it has to fight elections at the same time shows similarities with any other party with which it has attempted to distinguish itself from, and they would fast need to stave of this perception that is gaining grounds. One of the reasons is their rush to have coordination meetings with opposition leaders rather than their own position/policy formulation meetings to kind of fix the gaps… in terms of having a defined position/policy approach of their own over a specific issue, and if this approach is markedly different from say the party in power in Uttar Pradesh or others???

The rush for 'announcements only by entities' for product manufacturing may have gone up without actual activity on ground as investors expectation about the panacea of having a secured market has been allowed to simmer rather than clear definition that 'laissez faire' being about free competition with multiple choices being available to all stakeholders. To put it simple, what investors seem to be demanding is 'free ownership rules in a limited auto license location' – where they can corner a large number of auto-licenses which are in limited supply and cartelize to profit; with a variety of schemes up their sleeves and political parties not having a clearly informed position on the subject, and just reacting to perceptions being created in the commercial news media about the same in spite of the scope of ramifications which they seem unable to quantify.

This is direct result of failure to nurture any 'study group or schools' and being fixated with the leader who is expected to define positions that help garner votes. Needless to say that increasing complications of the 'game' have chipped upon the utility of such portraits, however the political parties tend to realize this only in great distress when it suits the leaders that 'all' share the blame of defeat in 'equal measure', rather than bog them with queries while they are in power. Let's see if some state or leader proves to be an exception...

 

[Swaswati Borpuzari]

The concept of "minimum government" and "legislative activism" represents a dynamic tension within the governance frameworks of many modern states, particularly those striving to balance efficiency and responsiveness with the protection of individual freedoms and economic flexibility. Minimum government advocates for a state that plays a limited role in the day-to-day lives of its citizens, emphasizing a reduction in bureaucratic interference and a focus on essential functions such as national defense, law enforcement, and the maintenance of public order. This approach is often rooted in the belief that individuals and private enterprises are better suited to make decisions about their lives and economic activities, leading to greater innovation, efficiency, and personal responsibility.

On the other hand, legislative activism refers to a more proactive role taken by government bodies in addressing societal issues through the enactment of laws and regulations. This approach is driven by the idea that the state has a duty to intervene in areas where market forces or individual actions may not achieve socially optimal outcomes, such as environmental protection, public health, social welfare, and economic inequality. Legislative activism can lead to the creation of robust legal frameworks that aim to protect vulnerable populations, ensure fair competition, and promote social justice.

In practice, the balance between these two concepts can vary widely depending on the political and cultural context of a nation. For instance, in countries with a strong tradition of liberal democracy, such as the United States, there is often a greater emphasis on minimum government, with a focus on individual liberties and limited state intervention. In contrast, countries with more centralized governance structures, like China, may lean towards legislative activism, using the state's power to drive rapid economic development and social progress, while also addressing issues that are seen as critical to national stability and cohesion.

The challenge lies in finding the optimal balance between these two poles. Excessive government intervention can stifle innovation and personal freedom, leading to inefficiencies and bureaucratic overreach. Conversely, too little government involvement can result in market failures, social inequalities, and a lack of collective action to address pressing issues. Effective governance, therefore, often requires a nuanced approach that combines the principles of minimum government with strategic legislative activism, ensuring that the state acts decisively where necessary while preserving the autonomy and dynamism of its citizens and private sector.

 

[Dhruv Bindhani]

The Minimum Government and Legislative Activism

By: Amit Bhushan Date: 6th May 2015

We are having a spate of early anniversary 'articles' to review performance of the government. Perhaps the authors/scripter do not want to be lost in the din by being close to the deadline or avoid the noises coming from the official quarters; perhaps a smart move by the nimble footed soldiers. Some of them may be aware of some stats that is bound to be released in support of the government's claim of performance. Thought that this article should therefore present the fresh status of the 'ongoing game', Sanjay uwach, kind of… One of the promise by the Political Leaders in the ruling party was to simplify governance in the country by eliminating obsolesce in the Laws and which received cautious welcome from these articles in Management Paradise.

While we hear a lot of talk about Government attempting to push for new legislations through a variety of routes, a lot of foreign bodies eager to assist the Government to manage push for some of these legislations in better way except in area of net neutrality, that is and the 'Opposition' uniting to block most of the proposed legislation often displaying their understanding of the 'Game'. The initiative to simplify government seems to have taken back seat and Legislature seems increasingly embroiled again to blockage Rajneeti. We also have an 'emerging section' of independent experts giving their independent opinion on burning questions of the day and allowing the 'Opposition' the benefit of not having any opinion or commitments to issues in support of their 'Game'. Quite a few of the 'top' leaders would obviously gain 'new' expertise if and when they come to power, the way it has happened for some other leaders in government.

We still do not get those clear 5 amendments to any proposed legislation which makes it 'passable' because the Rajneeti is the art of possible and the perception of possibilities change depending upon ones 'nearness' to the seat of influence. This of course then shapes ones opinion about the 'passable' legislation and is very likely to change if the level of 'nearness' to the position of influence is changed and the 'Netas' in government also know this fact.

While the newbie party was expected to bring about a 'change' in this pseudo-war which could have been its game changer and possibly a route to power, however it presently seems embroiled in dousing flames within and being re-activist to the activism of commercial news media's approach to dealing with the party. Its inability to formulate clear opinions including a game-plan about handling the issues while rushing to announce intentions where it has to fight elections at the same time shows similarities with any other party with which it has attempted to distinguish itself from, and they would fast need to stave of this perception that is gaining grounds. One of the reasons is their rush to have coordination meetings with opposition leaders rather than their own position/policy formulation meetings to kind of fix the gaps… in terms of having a defined position/policy approach of their own over a specific issue, and if this approach is markedly different from say the party in power in Uttar Pradesh or others???

The rush for 'announcements only by entities' for product manufacturing may have gone up without actual activity on ground as investors expectation about the panacea of having a secured market has been allowed to simmer rather than clear definition that 'laissez faire' being about free competition with multiple choices being available to all stakeholders. To put it simple, what investors seem to be demanding is 'free ownership rules in a limited auto license location' – where they can corner a large number of auto-licenses which are in limited supply and cartelize to profit; with a variety of schemes up their sleeves and political parties not having a clearly informed position on the subject, and just reacting to perceptions being created in the commercial news media about the same in spite of the scope of ramifications which they seem unable to quantify.

This is direct result of failure to nurture any 'study group or schools' and being fixated with the leader who is expected to define positions that help garner votes. Needless to say that increasing complications of the 'game' have chipped upon the utility of such portraits, however the political parties tend to realize this only in great distress when it suits the leaders that 'all' share the blame of defeat in 'equal measure', rather than bog them with queries while they are in power. Let's see if some state or leader proves to be an exception...

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