The role of public control in creating the confidence of the government in the society

Introduction. The importance of public oversight in creating confidence of the government in society is linked to the importance of democratic principles, increased transparency in government activities, and the need to consider citizens' interests in decision-making. Public oversight mechanisms and the activities of public committees play a key role in building a constructive dialogue between government agencies and citizens. These institutions serve as a bridge, enabling the assessment of the effectiveness of decisions made at the local level and identifying the most pressing issues of public concern. Thanks to the work of public committees, it is possible not only to identify existing problems but also to develop specific proposals for their resolution, which ultimately leads to improved public administration. Public oversight contributes to increased public trust in government activities and ensures close interaction between the government and civil society institutions.
The materials and methods. The methodological basis of the research is a systems approach and general methods of scientific inquiry, such as analysis, synthesis, and generalization.
The research results. The research results have shown that public oversight is implemented through the following main forms: public monitoring of government activities, public audits, public expert review, and other forms of interaction with government agencies. It has been established that public oversight has a significant impact on the public administration system by increasing civic engagement, ensuring transparency of government activities, protecting citizens' legitimate interests, combating corruption, and improving the quality of public administration.
Discussion and сonclusion. The practical significance of the research lies in its potential use in improving the regulatory framework, developing civil society institutions, establishing mechanisms for interaction between government and society, and training public administration specialists. Recommendations based on the research findings include strengthening legal protection for public oversight entities, expanding the range of public oversight forms, implementing modern digital technologies, developing a system for motivating citizen participation, and creating a unified information platform for public oversight. The study confirms that developing public oversight mechanisms is essential for building an open state that fosters lasting trust between government and society. The further development of this institution must take into account the contemporary challenges and opportunities of digitalization, while preserving the fundamental principles of democracy and civil society.

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