Question

Q19. Which of following is correct difference between Central Sector Schemes & Centrally Sponsored Schemes?

1. Central sector schemes are 100% funded by the Union government and implemented by the Central Government machinery. In Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) a certain percentage of the funding is borne by the States and the implementation is by the State Governments.

2. Centrally sponsored schemes are mainly formulated on subjects from the Union List. Central Sector Schemes are formulated in subjects from the State List to encourage States to prioritise in areas that require more attention.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. (a) Only 1
• B. (b) Only 2
• C. (c) Both 1 and 2
• D. (d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A (a) Only 1

Central sector schemes are mainly formulated on subjects from the Union List. Centrally sponsored schemes are formulated in subjects from the State List to encourage States to priorities in areas that require more attention. Central sector schemes are 100% funded by the Union government and implemented by the Central Government machinery. In Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) a certain percentage of the funding is borne by the States and the implementation is by the State Governments.