The Andhra Pradesh Scheduled Castes Sub-Plan and Tribal Sub-Plan (Planning, Allocation and Utilization of Financial Resources) Act, 2013.
andhra-pradesh · 2013
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- S. 1The section outlines the title, extent, commencement, duration, and savings of the Andhra Pradesh Scheduled Castes Sub-Plan and Tribal Sub-Plan Act, 2013.
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Andhra Pradesh Scheduled Castes Sub-Plan and Tribal Sub-Plan Act, 2013.
- S. 3Section 3 mandates the State to allocate a portion of its Plan outlays to fund for Scheduled Castes and Tribes, determined six months prior.
- S. 4Section 4 mandates the authorized department to communicate the tentative plan outlay from the Scheduled Castes/Tribal Sub-Plan Fund to other departments each financial year.
- S. 5Section 5 mandates that the Sub-Plans include schemes providing direct benefits to Scheduled Castes and Tribes, aligning with state development priorities.
- S. 6Section 6 mandates departments to create sub-plans to promote equity and focused development for backward Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
- S. 7Section mandates departments to include Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes in general schemes based on their eligibility.
- S. 8Section 8 mandates departments to prioritize and formulate development schemes for Scheduled Castes and Tribes based on identified gaps.
- S. 9Section 9 mandates departments to submit Scheduled Castes/Tribal Sub-Plans to respective Nodal Departments for appraisal.
- S. 10Section 10 mandates Nodal Agencies to appraise Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plan schemes for compliance with Act's conditions.
- S. 11Section 11 outlines the allocation norms for funds under the Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans for various schemes.
- S. 12Section 12 recommends schemes meeting Act norms to be proposed by welfare agencies for inclusion in the Annual Plan.
- S. 13Section 13 mandates including budget allocations for Scheduled Castes/Tribal Sub-Plans in Demands for Grants.
- S. 14Section 14 establishes a dedicated Secretary in the Finance Department to oversee budget implementation and allocation for Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans.
- S. 15Section 15 mandates issuance of budget release orders for Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans post budget approval.
- S. 16The section mandates the formation of a State Council for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes to oversee their development.
- S. 17Section 17 outlines the State Council's role in advising, planning, approving, and other functions for Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans.
- S. 18Section 18 establishes Nodal Agencies and Departments to oversee and implement the Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans.
- S. 19Section 19 outlines the functions of the Nodal Agency and Department in planning, allocating, and monitoring funds for Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans.
- S. 20Section 20 strengthens Nodal Departments with administrative and technical support for Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans.
- S. 21Section 21 establishes department-level Sub-Plan Support Units to manage financial resources for Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans.
- S. 22Section 22 establishes District Monitoring Committees to oversee implementation of Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans in districts.
- S. 23Section 23 mandates government departments to strengthen state, district, and sub-district units for effective implementation and monitoring of the Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans.
- S. 24Section mandates transparency and accountability in implementing and documenting Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plan schemes.
- S. 25Section 25 outlines the government's scheme to incentivize good performance and penalize negligence in implementing the Act.
- S. 26Section mandates the Nodal agency to submit an annual report on the implementation outcomes of the Sub-Plans to the State Legislature and Governor.
- S. 27Section 27 grants the government authority to create rules for implementing the act's provisions, including financial planning and monitoring for Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
- S. 28Section 28 grants authority to remove obstacles in implementing the Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plans.