5. Social and Environmental Dimension of Governance

The social dimension pertains to the ability of the state to take care of the vulnerable sections of the society. It also seeks to assess governance by examining the role and quality of the civil society and media.

Environmental management as a separate component is also included due to its increasing importance in governance.

This dimension has three key components:

♤ Welfare of the Poor and Vulnerable

♤ Role of Civil Society and Media

♤ Environmental Management