Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes;
4. Discuss the MPLAD scheme for the creation of durable community assets and its features for effective development of each constituency. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved restoration and continuation of the Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), which was suspended in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Key Demand of the question:
To understand the functioning of MPLADS in creating community assets.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by stating the purpose of MPLAD scheme.
Body:
Mention the instances of creation of community assets using MPLAD scheme with various examples.
Also mention the allocation of funds to each MP and the criteria of use for such funds towards developing their respective constituencies.
Conclusion:
Conclude by stating that the MPLAD scheme helps in the MPs looking into the local needs and demands of their constituencies and facilitate quick attention towards such projects.
