Policy Making

Definition

Policy making refers to the process through which governments create laws, regulations, and actions to address societal issues or achieve specific goals. It involves identifying problems, formulating solutions, implementing policies, and evaluating their effectiveness.

Related terms

Public policy: The decisions and actions taken by governments to address public issues or concerns.

Policy implementation: The stage of policy making where government agencies or institutions put policies into practice.

Policy evaluation: The process of assessing the impact and effectiveness of implemented policies in achieving their intended goals.