Modern discussions of development often center on the importance of decentralization and good governance. It is now generally agreed that pluralistic government is preferable, with power distributed across various tiers and "centers of authority" (Hooge and Marks 2003). India, the largest democracy in the world, has a rich tradition of both theoretical and practical work in the area of decentralization. The term panchayat, which literally translates to "assembly of five people," serves as the institutional framework for the idea of democratic decentralization in rural India. Since gaining independence, various committees and commissions have been formed in an effort to reinvigorate the system. The passage of the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act in 1992 was a watershed moment in India's march toward democratic decentralization. This led to the recognition of Panchayati raj institutions as the country's third tier of government, a position they now hold thanks to their constitutional status. Importantly, the vast majority of our country's citizens call rural areas home. Therefore, governmental policy should prioritize rural development. And it is only when the rural population of India benefits from development that it would be truly meaningful. The people's participation and aid in the implementation of rural development programs makes devolving power to local bodies essential to achieving the development aim. In fact, decentralization and good governance have been an absolute prerequisite for progress in emerging nations like India. One of the most common concepts in development planning literature is "democratic decentralization." In the 21st century, the idea has been gaining traction in the realms of policymaking and administration. Since it refers to so many distinct things, there is no universal agreement on its specific definition.