Does decentralization enhance service delivery and poverty reduction? Drawing on cutting edge research, expert contributors address this fundamental question facing policy-makers in developing as well as advanced countries. This timely book builds upon insights on the recent developments in the...

section 1. Eradication of poverty and hunger -- section 2. Achievement of universal primary education -- section 3. Promotion of gender equality and empowerment -- section 4. Reduction of child mortality, improvement of maternal health, combat HIV/AIDS, Malaria, T.B. -- section 5. Ensure...