Question : CENTRALLY SPONSORED SCHEMES

(a) the salient features of Centrally sponsored schemes i.e. upgradation of Merit of ST Students, Research and Training for STs, GIA to Scheduled Tribes Development and Finance Corporation, Coaching and Allied Scheme, Book Bank Scheme, Boys Hostels, Girls Hostels and Ashram Schools for STs;

(b) the criteria for allocating funds under each scheme to States and corresponding Central share;

(c) whether these funds are given to the States as 100% grant or does it follow the usual 70/30 (loan/grant) formula for plan assistance; and

(d) the details of proposals received, funds released and utilization thereof during the last three years, State-wise and year-wise?

THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS (SHRI JUAL ORAM) :

(a) to fc) The salient features of Centrally Sponsored Schemes, Criteria for allocating funds under each scheme to States and corresponding Central share as well as the nature of the funds are given in the Annual Report of this Ministry for 2000-01.

(d) The information is being collected and shall be laid on the Table of the House.