PEAIS

Question 1

Full form ?

Answer 1

Panchayat Empowerment and Accountability Incentive Scheme

Question 2

When was it launched ?

Answer 2

2005-06 (Ministry of Panchayati Raj)

Question 3

Aim ?

Answer 3

1) To incentivise States for devolving Funds, Functionaries and Functions (3F’s) to Parliament
2) To make them transparent , accountable and efficient

Question 4

Is it Centrally sponsored ?

Answer 4

NOOO Central sector (100% centre funded)

Question 5

How is accountability tested ?

Answer 5

Through a Devolution Index which ranks states/UT’s on 3F’s devolution