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New Public Administration" (NPA) is a significant movement in the field of public

administration that emerged in the late 1960s, largely as a response to the perceived
shortcomings of traditional public administration models. It marked a shift in focus from
mere efficiency and economy to a greater emphasis on social equity, responsiveness, and
citizen-centric governance.

Here's a breakdown of its key aspects:

1. Origins and Context:

 Minnowbrook Conference (1968): This conference, organized by Dwight Waldo at


Syracuse University, is widely considered the birthplace of NPA. It brought together
scholars who felt that public administration needed to address the pressing social
issues of the time (e.g., civil rights, poverty, urban unrest) and become more relevant
to the needs of the citizenry.
 Critique of Traditional Models: NPA challenged the "value-neutral" and
"efficiency-driven" focus of earlier public administration paradigms, arguing that
administrators are inherently involved in policy-making and should actively work
towards social good.

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