OBJECTIVE OF PUBLIC POLICY:- It is in this way that policy analysis has become
an important focus of study. Policy makers have also shows great interest in it
because it ultimately helps in improving the effectiveness of policy. Many
universities and research institutes are involved in policy analysis. The
government provides for a lot of funds in this area. Public Policy is a formal
documented statement of intentions and sets of actions of a government.
1.To Create Awareness Creation:- To create awareness among the public in
general and the stakeholders in particular about the resolve of the government
to address the pressing issue for which a policy is being formulated. By creating
such awareness among various sections of society, it hopes to get the tax and
non-tax support of the people and avoid bad publicity in the media and anger
of the civil society
2. To give clear guidelines:- policies are always part and parcel of the big
picture which is in the mind of the governing elite of a country. By formulating
a holistic policy, the government intends to give clear guidelines to those
implementing these policies regarding the best way to solve a problem.
3. To ensure transparency :- clear cut policies are needed to ensure
transparency about the government’s intensions, actions and priorities. People
should know who is getting what and to raise their objections if there are some
serious equity issues in allocation of resources. Homeless people have the right
to object to housing policy which allocates too many resources on the
carpeting of roads of posh areas while setting aside peanuts for slums and low
income housing societies.
4. To provides information, recommendations, and awareness for problems
in the public and private sector:- An advocacy group, think tank, lobbying firm,
business, or any other organization can bring awareness which can help policy
makers (Congress, State legislatures, City Government, President, Governors)
enact the policy. They then usually leave the implementation of the policy to
an agency (I.e. Homeland Security, Department of Agriculture, EPA, etc.) It is
what keeps the wheels spinning in government.
5. Public policy is best described as the broad area of government laws,
regulations, court decisions, and local ordinances. :- Today, government
affects all aspects of our lives. ... Many citizens and groups try to influence
public policy through the political process by supporting candidates and
political parties. 6. Public policy gives you the vast view on public dealing:-It
also result in the advancement of public administration and it make the study
of public policy easy .
7. To capture the intentions of the government.:- To govern there must be a
set of guidelines. Policies provide those guidelines. Policies enable the public to
measure the achievements of the government. If there is a public policy it can
be critiqued and government can be pulled up for not implementing its
policies. A policy document lists out the intentions or objectives of the
government for a particular department.
Some other objectives
1. Promoting the general welfare: The general welfare refers to the overall
well-being of citizens. Public policy can aim to improve the general
welfare by addressing issues such as poverty, healthcare, education, and
social welfare programs. Policies such as providing access to affordable
healthcare, education, and housing can significantly improve the lives of
citizens and promote their well-being.
2. Ensuring public safety and security: Public policy can address issues
related to public safety and security such as crime prevention,
emergency services, and national defense. These policies aim to protect
citizens from harm and ensure that they feel safe and secure in their
communities.
3. Promoting economic growth and development: Economic growth and
development policies can help to create jobs, improve standards of
living, and reduce poverty. Public policy can encourage economic growth
by creating a favorable business environment, investing in
infrastructure, and supporting innovation and entrepreneurship.
4. Protecting individual rights and freedoms: Public policy should aim to
protect the individual rights and freedoms of citizens, including civil
liberties, human rights, and equal protection under the law. Policies such
as anti-discrimination laws, freedom of speech, and access to justice can
help to protect individual rights and freedoms.
5. Ensuring social justice and equality: Social justice and equality policies
aim to promote equal opportunity and address issues such as poverty,
discrimination, and inequality. Policies such as affirmative action, anti-
discrimination laws, and social welfare programs can help to promote
social justice and equality.
6. Protecting the environment: Public policy can include measures to
protect natural resources, reduce pollution, and promote sustainable
development. Policies such as environmental regulations, conservation
programs, and renewable energy incentives can help to protect the
environment and promote sustainability.
7. Providing public goods and services: Governments are responsible for
providing public goods and services such as education, healthcare, and
transportation that benefit all citizens. Public policy can help to ensure
that these services are accessible and of high quality, and that they meet
the needs of all citizens.
