How do District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) help in the reduction of rural poverty in India?
- DRDAs act as Panchayati Raj Institutions in certain specified backward regions of the country.
- DRDAs undertake the area-specific scientific study of the causes of poverty and malnutrition and prepare detailed remedial measures.
- DRDAs secure inter-sectoral and inter-departmental coordination and cooperation for effective implementation of anti-poverty programmes.
- DRDAs watch over and ensure effective utilization of the funds intended for anti-poverty programmes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Detailed Explanation:
❌ Statement 1 – Incorrect: DRDAs are registered societies under the Societies Registration Act, not Panchayati Raj Institutions; they function as administrative bodies coordinating with PRIs.
❌ Statement 2 – Incorrect: DRDAs focus on planning, implementation, and monitoring of anti-poverty programmes; they do not conduct scientific studies on causes of poverty and malnutrition.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: DRDAs secure inter-sectoral and inter-departmental coordination to ensure effective implementation of rural development schemes and anti-poverty programmes.
✅ Statement 4 – Correct: DRDAs monitor and ensure effective utilization of funds allocated for anti-poverty programmes with transparency and accountability.
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