Governance Definition

gŭvər-nəns
noun
The action, manner, function, or power of government.
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The specific system by which a political system is ruled.

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The group of people who make up an administrative body.

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The state of being governed.

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(management) Accountability for consistent, cohesive policies, processes and decision rights.
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Noun

Singular:
governance
Plural:
governances

Origin of Governance

Governance Sentence Examples

  • The strong governance set up by Henry II.

  • Certain municipalities have, however, obtained special acts for their governance.

  • Purposes and values To a large extent strengthening local governance is about improving relationships between those who govern and those who are governed.

  • All states are now required to have 33% representation of women in local governance with scheduled castes and tribes having proportionate representation.

  • College governance needs radical reform present arrangements are too hit-and-miss.

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Words Starting With

GGOGOV

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ECENCE

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