GS2 🏛️ Governance

Sevottam Framework

A service delivery excellence model developed by DARPG for assessing and improving the quality of public services through three modules: Citizen Charter, Public Grievance Redressal, and Service Capability.

Context & Background

"Sevottam" = "seva" (service) + "uttam" (excellence); launched 2006; aligned with BIS standard IS 15700.

UPSC Exam Relevance

Three pillars — Citizen Charter, Grievance Redressal, Service Capability; ISO 15700 certification for government departments; often asked with Right to Services Acts.
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