Type of Schemes/Programmes

1. Scheme should provide clearly defined direct and quantifiable benefits to SC/ST individuals or their households or their areas.
2. Create the potential to accelerate the pace of the development of SC/STs and to bridge the gaps in socio-economic development indicators between SC/STs and other sections of the society.
3. The focus of such schemes should be on income generation, entrepreneurship, employment and skill development projects and access to basic amenities.
4. Have in-built mechanisms/surveillance system to ensure utilization of funds meant for the intended purpose.