Mission Antyodaya: The Annual Survey That Ranks Gram Panchayats
Last updated: 2026-11-13 · MockMentor
Mission Antyodaya, announced in Budget 2017-18, is a convergence and data framework for a poverty-free India. Every year it surveys all Gram Panchayats to measure gaps in infrastructure and services, so that schemes of over 27 ministries reach the most deprived areas first.
In one line: an annual report card for every village panchayat, used to direct schemes where the gaps are largest.
At a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Announced | Union Budget 2017-18 |
| Ministry | Rural Development |
| Coverage | All Gram Panchayats, every year |
| Sectors | 21, including agriculture, health, education, roads, electricity and financial inclusion |
| Scoring | 0 to 100 |
| Budget | No separate budget; uses rural employment programme administrative funds |
Why it matters
- Gives the Gram Sabha real data for the Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP).
- Built around the 29 subjects in the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution.
- A public dashboard lets citizens hold local administration to account.
Possible exam questions
- How can data-driven planning strengthen Panchayati Raj institutions?
- Discuss saturation-mode delivery of welfare schemes.
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