Data Driven Governance: an intersection of Data Science and Public Policy

Abstract

Public policy comprising of national constitutional laws, rules, rulings from courts, and local ordinance is truly essential to meet the needs of citizens and protect society's values as a whole. Until recently, it was believed to be just a field of study meant for government officials involved in the decision-making process that affects the public at large. But with rise of journalism and media, the interest and awareness through debate and discussion about the policy changes has increased manifold among the masses.