New categories of Centrally Sponsored Schemes

Q.  Which of the following are the new categories of Centrally Sponsored Schemes?

1) Decentralized
2) Optional
3) Core
- Published on 04 Apr 16

a. 1, 3
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 2
d. All of the above

ANSWER: 2, 3
 
  • This year government has introduced a new classification system for the Centre’s spending.
  • The new system divides Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) into three categories: Core of the Core, Core, and Optional Schemes. This system is based on the recommendations of a sub-committee of chief ministers formed by Niti Aayog for the rationalisation of the CSS.
  • Only Schemes/Programmes in CSS in key identified sectors will comprise the National Development Agenda.
  • Amongst the Core Schemes, those for social protection and social inclusion should form the Core of the Core and be the first charge on available funds for the National Development Agenda.
  • Under the new classification, eight schemes will be classified as Core of the Core. including MGNREGA and all the umbrella schemes for the upliftment of minorities, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes.
  • The Core schemes, 33 in number, include schemes as far-ranging as the Krishi Unnati Yojana, the Smart Cities programme, and the modernisation of the police force.

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