Democratic Governance and Institutional Trust in Transitional States

Authors

  • Ahmed Khan Department of Political Science, University of Lahore, Pakistan
  • Sana Malik Institute of Development Studies, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.66238/ijrss.v1i2.14

Keywords:

Democratic governance,, institutional trust,, transitional states,, political transition,, public administration,, institutional legitimacy,, governance reforms,, policy recommendations

Abstract

This article examines the critical relationship between democratic governance and
institutional trust in transitional states, focusing on how political transitions affect the
legitimacy and functioning of institutions. Transitional states, which often emerge from
conflict or authoritarian regimes, face significant challenges in building or restoring
institutional trust. By analyzing case studies from various regions, including Pakistan, the
study investigates how democratic reforms, political participation, and transparency
initiatives can foster trust in public institutions. The findings suggest that the pace of
democratic consolidation and the effectiveness of governance reforms are central to
achieving long-term institutional legitimacy and stability in these fragile political
environments. The study also offers policy recommendations for strengthening
institutional trust in transitional democracies.

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Published

2021-12-31

How to Cite

Ahmed Khan, & Sana Malik. (2021). Democratic Governance and Institutional Trust in Transitional States . INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCES, 1(2), 37–46. https://doi.org/10.66238/ijrss.v1i2.14

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 2 (2021)

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