Rajasthan pushes for separate funding for Dalits, tribal development
The Hindu
Govt. has sought feedback on draft law for population-linked allocations
The Congress government in Rajasthan has sought suggestions from the public on a draft legislation for allocation of funds for welfare of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes every year in proportion to their populations. The Bill is likely to be tabled in the upcoming budget session of the State Assembly, starting on February 9.
The Rajasthan State SC & ST Development Fund (Planning, Allocation, and Utilisation of Financial Resources) Bill is aimed at ensuring sustainable development of Dalits and tribals by creating an institutional mechanism for utilisation of funds in the focus areas. The draft Bill stated that its primary objective was to “cover up the deficit” of these communities on development indicators.