Prelims 2020 · Polity and Constitution · Question 33
With reference to the funds under Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), which of the following statements are correct?
- MPLADS funds must be used to create durable assets like physical infrastructure for health, education, etc.
- A specified portion of each MP's fund must benefit SC/ST populations.
- MPLADS funds are sanctioned on yearly basis and the unused funds cannot be carried forward to the next year.
- The district authority must inspect at least 10% of all works under implementation every year.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer
1, 2 and 4 only
1. Correct. MPLADS funds are meant for creation of durable community assets such as roads, school buildings, health infrastructure, drinking water facilities, etc.
2. Correct. MPLADS guidelines require a specified minimum portion of funds to benefit SC/ST populations (with earmarking for areas inhabited by them).
3. Incorrect. MPLADS funds are released year-wise, but unspent balance is carried forward; it does not lapse at the end of the year.
4. Correct. The district authority is required to inspect at least 10% of works under implementation every year.
Hence, the correct statements are 1, 2 and 4 only.