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? 1. MPLADS funds must be used to create durable assets like physical infrastructure for health, education, etc. 2. A specified portion of each MP's fund must benefit SC/ST populations. 3. MPLADS funds are sanctioned on yearly basis and the unused funds cannot be carried forward to the next year. 4. 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.