The Appication of Aparihaniyadhamma for Promoting the Public Participation in the Preparation of Local Development Plans of Nong Long Subdistrict Municipality at Wiang Nong Long District in Lamphun Province

Abstract

This purpose of this was: 1.to study the level of public participation in the preparation of the local development plan of Nong Long Subdistrict Municipality 2.to examine the relationship between the principles of Aparihaniyadhamma and public participation in the preparation of the local development plan of Nong Long Subdistrict Municipality 3.to propose guidelines for promoting public participation in the preparation of the local development plan based on the principles of Aparihaniyadhamma with in Nong Long Subdistrict Municipality. This is a mixed-methods research .

The research found that: 1)The overall level of public participation in the preparation of the local development plan was moderate. 2)There was a statistically significant positive correlation at the 0.05 level between the principles of Aparihaniyadhamma and public participation in the local development planning of Nong Long Subdistrict Municipality, thus supporting the research hypothesis. 3)The guidelines for promoting public participation in the preparation of the local development plan based on the principles of Aparihaniyadhamma include six main aspects: (1) Organizing both formal and informal community meetings for the local development plan. (2) Ensuring a quorum before starting meetings to promote fairness and inclusion of all sectors. (3) Establishing rules and regulations that are fair and not biased toward any particular group. (4) Respecting and honoring elders and those with greater experience. (5) Encouraging and supporting the participation of women and youth, emphasizing equality and equity. (6) Planning activities to promote traditional sports and preserve local games. (7) Promoting and honoring religious activities, continuously supporting Buddhist practices to remain an integral part of the society.