Abstract

The case is about the origin and objectives of Lok Satta, a movement organized for creating good governance practices in India. It explains the conditions suitable for the organisation’s growth, the organization structure, the campaigns it has undertaken and their impact. Lok Satta made a modest beginning and went on to become one of the leading organized movements in the country. The case also deals with how Lok Satta differentiated itself from other NGOs, how it partnered with other NGOs, and how it managed public opinion. Coming out with solutions, rather than being a part of the problem, Lok Satta added a new dimension to the reforms debate. The case ends with a note on Lok Satta’s plans to surge ahead in the future. The case tries to integrate the vision and voice of Lok Satta associates with the organization’s activities.

Learning Objectives

The case is structured to achieve the following Learning Objectives:

• Social entrepreneurship and its many facets.

Keywords

Case, Lok Satta, Jayaprakash Narayan, Democratic Reforms, Andhra Pradesh, Decentralization of Power, The Human Development Index, HDI, Social Entrepreneurship, Janabalam, Praja Ballot, People's Watch Movement, Swarajya Movement, Election Watch, Janadesh Movement, Governance Reforms, Non Governmental Organizations, NGOs