Modern bureaucratic oversight refers to the system of monitoring and controlling government agencies to ensure that they are acting within the law and efficiently carrying out their responsibilities. It involves various mechanisms such as audits, inspections, and reviews.
Related terms
Congressional Oversight: Congressional oversight is when members of Congress monitor and review actions taken by executive branch agencies to ensure they are in line with laws passed by Congress.
Judicial Review: Judicial review is the power of courts to determine if laws or actions taken by government officials are constitutional. It acts as a form of oversight over both legislative and executive branches.
Inspector General: An inspector general is an independent official responsible for conducting audits, investigations, and evaluations within government agencies to detect waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement. They provide another layer of oversight.