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.