These are funded jointly by the central and state governments, but the central government provides the majority of funds. Implementation is done by the states as per central guidelines.
Key Features:
✅ Funds are shared between the central and state governments in a fixed ratio.
✅ Implementation is handled by state governments based on central guidelines.
✅ Aimed at nationwide welfare, but states have some flexibility in execution.
Funding Pattern of CSS:
- Core of the Core Schemes – Fixed central contribution (e.g., 90:10 for special category states).
- Core Schemes – Shared funding (e.g., 60:40 or 75:25 for normal states).
- Optional Schemes – Funding varies as per the agreement.
Examples of Centrally-Sponsored Schemes:
🔹 Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) – 100 days of employment guarantee.
🔹 Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) – Affordable housing for urban & rural poor.
🔹 Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) – Universal elementary education.
🔹 Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) – Health insurance for poor families.
🔹 Mid-Day Meal Scheme – Free meals for school children.
🔹 Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) – Improving irrigation facilities.
