Define policy

1. Concept of Policy Policy is a course of conduct to be followed Chambers English Dictionary Policy as a word was first used in 1386 as noted by Oxford English Dictionary. “Policy” came from the French word “ Policie ” It means “Citizenship”

2. Concept of Policy Policy describes what to do and what not Policy has many meanings A plan or course of action intended to influence and determine decisions, actions and other matter Policies may be thought of as the main system which provides the framework for the accomplishment of intended objectives. - Goel and Goel

3. Concept of Policy Policy prescribes the aims, the objectives, the targets that would be used to achieve the objectives. ……… the policy statement must specify - the expected results - the measures for achieving them - the mechanism/ method with which the results are expected to be achieved ( Ishwar Dayal )

4. Characteristics of Policy Giving Overall GUIDELINE Deciding the BOUNDARY Giving INSTRUCTION Helping in DECISION MAKING Making activity clear and understandable Locating Steps/Activities

5. Policy should be….. Based on real situation Easy Applicable in real situation Flexible Have a specific number Help to achieve goals and objectives Explained Useful/Usable Should consider the recommendations of related individual Should consider different things while implementing

6. Major Policy types Originated Policy Appealed Policy Externally Imposed - E Peterson and E G Plowman

7. Policy from a Holistic View