Public Oversight
/ˈpʌblɪk ˈoʊvərˌsaɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal authority or mechanism through which government bodies or institutions are monitored and held accountable by the public or designated agencies.
Public oversight ensures that government officials adhere to ethical standards and legal obligations.
- (n.) The process by which financial, administrative, or regulatory activities of public entities are examined to prevent abuse, fraud, or mismanagement.
The committee conducted public oversight of the municipal budget to prevent corruption.
Forms
- public oversight
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Commentary
Public oversight often entails both formal regulatory frameworks and informal mechanisms enabling citizen participation in governance.
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