Role of E-governance in Higher Education in Jammu and Kashmir

Abstract

Education is one of the most important factors in achieving any country's development objectives. Education has grown dramatically in Jammu and Kashmir in recent years as a result of the use of e-government in this sector. Initiatives in information and communication technology aid in the provision of world-class education. The use of egovernance in the education sector has spawned a slew of new ideas. Among the social sectors, Higher Education is one of the most important sectors for developmentgovernment facilities for colleges and universities are implemented and maintained by the Department of Higher Education. E-Government is regarded as critical to improved governance. Institutions around the world are launching E-governance initiatives in order to provide their constituents with more transparent, efficient, and cost-effective services. Kashmir's higher education has conceptualised e-governance projects and service initiatives in the educational system as time has passed. This paper provides an overview of the e-governance services, initiatives, and benefits reaped by establishing these services for stakeholders in Jammu and Kashmir's higher education.