Governance refers to the process through which authority is exercised in managing the affairs of a state, institution, or organization. It encompasses the mechanisms, institutions, laws, policies, and interactions through which decisions are made, implemented, monitored, and evaluated. Unlike government, which primarily refers to formal political institutions and officeholders, governance is a broader concept involving multiple stakeholders such as the state, private sector, civil society organizations, media, international institutions, and citizens. It emphasizes participation, accountability, transparency, responsiveness, rule of law, effectiveness, equity, and consensus-oriented decision-making. The concept of governance gained prominence during the late twentieth century, particularly through institutions such as the World Bank, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Governance today is viewed as a collaborative process that seeks to achieve public welfare by ensuring efficient management of resources and effective delivery of public services. Good governance strengthens democracy, promotes sustainable development, protects human rights, and enhances public trust in institutions. One of the primary forms of governance is Political Governance, which relates to the processes of decision-making within the political system.