17 Why does excessive oversight threaten to paralyze public administration?

Lifelong Learning With A. A. Khatana · Aug 19, 2026 · 24m

While institutional control is necessary to prevent corruption, excessive supervision can render an entire administration dysfunctional. Finding the optimal boundary between functional autonomy and strict oversight remains a central challenge of modern governance.In this episode, we dive into the dual concepts of accountability and control within the state machinery. We trace how the legislature and judiciary enforce constitutional boundaries on administrators, ensuring that public actions remain legal, ethical, and within their designated geographic and statutory jurisdictions.The three…