Question : RELEASE OF FUNDS TO STATES

(a): whether the Thirteenth Finance Commission has submitted its report;

(b): if so,the details thereof;

(c): if not,the reasons for delay;

(d): the details of guidelines governing release of funds to the States;

(e): whether any changes in this regard are likely to take place; and

(f): If so,the details thereof alongwith reasons therefor?

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE(SHRI NAMO NARAIN MEENA)

(a)to(c): No,Sir.As per the Presidential Notification of 18th October,2009, Thirteenth Finance Commission is required to make its Report available by the 31st December,2009.

(d) to (f): Do not arise.