good governance is prerequisite for democracy. Such governance includes some factors such as transparency, accountability, rule of law and people’s participation. India is a democratic country and in every democratic country, there is a need of good governance. In every development administration experiences indicated that there has always an urgent need for improving government.ICT has been recognized as the engine for growth and a source of energy for the social and economic development of any country. Framing information and communication technology strategies and policies are complex exercises which includes a variety of issues covering areas such as infrastructure, human challenges, technology, architecture, standards, administrative information, security, financial, legal privacy and quality of service etc. this paper makes an effort to provide a frame work for good governance in India by identifying its essential features and shortcomings in its working and emphasizes need for innovative approaches. This research paper is an effort to study what are the core principles or elements of e-governance, advantages and challenges to the achievement of good governance.