Participatory Governance in Contemporary China

The Role of People's Congress Deputy Groups at the Grassroots Level
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-981-959606-5
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 147 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 241 mm, Gewicht: 405 g

Reihe: China Governance System Research Series

This book provides a window into the role and functions of Chinese NPC deputies in grassroots governance. Through case studies, it presents a comprehensive picture of the practice of NPC deputies' groups participating in grassroots governance in four areas: grassroots ecological protection, educational development, road transportation, and community governance. On this basis, the achievements, challenges, and feasible countermeasures of NPC deputies groups' participation in grassroots governance are summarized and analyzed.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Feng, Chao

Hao, Yaguang

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Systeme Verwaltungswissenschaft, Öffentliche Verwaltung
• Sozialwissenschaften Soziologie | Soziale Arbeit Soziologie Allgemein
• Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie Sozialphilosophie, Politische Philosophie
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politikwissenschaft Allgemein

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Introduction.- Chapter 2. Guarding Clear Water: People's Congress Deputy Groups in Grassroots Ecological Protection.- Chapter 3: Enhancing Local Education: People's Congress Deputy Groups Furthering Grassroots Education Development.- Chapter 4: Ensuring Smooth Passage for the Public: People's Congress Deputy Groups on Grassroots Road Traffic.- Chapter 5: Strengthening Community Governance: People's Congress Deputy Groups Assisting Community/Village Governance.- Chapter 6 Conclusion: Effectiveness of, Issues in, and Recommendations for People's Congress Deputy Groups in Grassroots Governance.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Chao Feng is Lecturer in politics at the Faculty of Philosophy, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Wuhan. Dr. Feng completed his Ph.D. in politics at Central China Normal University, where he also engaged in extensive research at the Institute for China Rural Studies and the Institute for Advanced Study in Political Science. His scholarly work has been well-received, contributing significantly to the understanding of rural governance and party organizations in China. His publications include analyses of grassroots party organizations and rural governance mechanisms, which appear in respected journals and book chapters such as “Study & Exploration,” “Rural Economy,” and “In-Depth Fieldwork in Rural China.” Notably, his research on the behavioral logic of peasants and the role of party building in rural grassroots governance has established him as a prominent voice in his field.

Dr. Yaguang Hao serves as Professor of grassroots politics at both the Institute for China Rural Studies and the Institute for Advanced Study in Political Science at Central China Normal University, Wuhan. Dr. Hao, who earned his Ph.D. in politics from the same university, is nationally recognized for his research expertise. His accolades include the 6th “Journal Theme Promotion Good Articles” from the Publishing Bureau of the Central Propaganda Department in 2022 and the Second Prize of the First National Higher Education Excellent Textbook in 2021. Dr. Hao actively participates in professional circles, holding memberships in prestigious organizations such as the International Political Science Association and the International Public Policy Association. Additionally, he is Key Member of editorial boards for both the  book series and the .