Which of the following statements is/are not correct regarding the ICT based e-governance?
A. E-governance reduces the cost of government.
B. E-governance reduces the transparency of government.
C. E-governance increases citizen's Input into government.
D. E-governance Increases bureaucratic red tapism.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is option (B) B & D only, as these two statements are not correct in the context of ICT-based e-governance.

(A) Correct: ICT-based e-governance reduces the cost of government by minimizing paperwork, speeding up service delivery, and reducing the need for intermediaries.

(B) Incorrect: E-governance enhances transparency by providing access to information through digital platforms, public dashboards, and grievance redressal systems.

(C) Correct: It allows for increased citizen participation by using online feedback systems, public consultations, and social media channels.

(D) Incorrect: E-governance actually aims to reduce bureaucratic red tape through automation, clear workflows, and digital documentation.

 Information Booster:
E-Governance is the application of ICT for delivering government services efficiently and effectively to citizens.

It encourages transparency by making government operations visible and accountable.

The cost-efficiency aspect includes reduced manpower, faster service delivery, and decreased corruption.

It provides platforms for citizen participation such as online portals, feedback apps, and digital consultations.

Red tapism, or excessive bureaucratic delay, is countered by streamlining procedures and reducing manual intervention.

Through automation, services like certificates, licenses, and bill payments can be processed faster and more accurately.

Successful examples include Digital India, UMANG, e-Sampark, and BharatNet.