“The success of India’s welfare schemes depends on effective coordination between the Centre and the States.” Discuss with examples.

The foundation of India’s welfare system is the notion that states and the federal government share accountability. While states modify and execute the rules in accordance with local requirements, the Center creates the policies and supplies the funding. The success of significant initiatives like PM Awas Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission, and Ayushman Bharat depends on this collaboration.

Central goals and local realities are aligned through effective partnership. Measurable results were obtained during the Swachh Bharat Mission thanks to central financing and state-level innovation. Similarly, the organization of the Ayushman Bharat Center depends on the ability of the states to provide last-mile delivery services.

However, because of issues like over-centralization, political disagreements, and budgetary imbalances, coordination is difficult and frequently causes delays in the delivery of benefits. Institutionalizing conversation can be facilitated by fortifying forums such as NITI Aayog, Inter-State Councils, and Zonal Councils. Cooperative federalism is further strengthened by granting local governments additional power and guaranteeing prompt financial transfers.

In conclusion, India’s welfare goals won’t be realized until the Center and States function as equal partners. Coordination, not competition, is the key to inclusive and sustainable development.

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