Q5General Studies
Question
5 marks
[CO3] Discuss the objectives of NITI AAYOG.
Answer
NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) was established in 2015 to replace the Planning Commission and serves as a think-tank for policy formulation, cooperative federalism, and long-term development strategy.
- Foster cooperative federalism through structured support to states and UTs
- Develop mechanisms to formulate credible plans for India's long-term development
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation of programmes and initiatives
- Serve as a knowledge and innovation hub for best practices
- Provide a platform for inter-sectoral and inter-departmental synergies
- Design strategic plans for national security interests
- Mainstream sustainable development goals (SDGs) in national policies