Urban Good Governance in Practice: A Multidisciplinary Analysis of Golbahar (Razavi Khorasan province)

Over the past decade, the concepts of good governance and state effectiveness have emerged as central themes in global public management discourse. Moving beyond their characterization as merely normative ideals, this study investigates their role as critical drivers of sustainable socio-economic development. The research posits that good governance characterized by accountability, and the rule of law establishes the essential institutional foundation, whereas governmental effectiveness the capacity to implement policies and deliver services- translates this framework into tangible outcomes. Employing a multi-level, integrated analytical framework grounded in the everyday experiences of citizens, this research examines the multi-dimensional factors that shape urban governance. A critical analysis of the Good Governance Index in Golbahar, Razavi Khorasan Province, reveals a distinct hierarchy among these dimensions: the economic component scores highest, while the social component scores lowest. This disparity highlights the complex and often uneven impact of governance structures on urban development.

کلیدواژه ها:

Good Governence ، Urbanization ، Socio Economic Sustainability ، Gholbahar