Public Finance for Social Sector Programmes in Odisha
This policy brief presents insights into the landscape of public finance for social sector programs in Odisha, derived from a comprehensive study conducted by Centre for Budget and Policy Studies, Bengaluru, in collaboration with UNICEF Odisha Office. The brief highlights the critical role of social sector expenditure in driving inclusive economic growth and human capital […]
XIV CFC grants and Gram Panchayat Development Plans (GPDP)
This policy brief delves into the utilisation of XIV CFC grants and the implementation of Gram Panchayat Development Plans (GPDP) in Odisha, shedding light on critical findings and implications. With the XIV CFC disbursing substantial funds to Gram Panchayats (GPs) nationwide for basic services enhancement, including water, sanitation, and roads, the study examines how these […]
Public Finance for Children (PF4C) across 16 Indian States
The National Policy for Children, adopted in 2013, underscored the state’s commitment to securing children’s rights while addressing their needs throughout different life stages. As a signatory to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and committed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), India recognised the importance of understanding the state commitments from […]
Public Expenditure on Secondary Education in Tamil Nadu – A critical analysis of size, sources, priorities, flow, processes and management
While public expenditure on secondary education in India is low compared to many countries, it is substantial. This study reviewed expenditure on secondary education in Tamil Nadu, focusing on the contributions of various departments and their budget allocations. The analysis (1) examined the overall spending on secondary education and the schemes from different departments (2) […]
Costing of all child-centered investments to achieve relevant targets of vision 2025 by WCD Department, Government of Telangana
The project undertook a costing analysis and carried out a resource allocation trend analysis from 2014-15, followed by an estimation of the ideal financial allocation/costing to achieve the planned vision by 2025.
Public Finance for Nutrition to Reach the Targets of Vision 2025 in Karnataka
The project analysed detailed expenditures across schemes and districts of the state correlated with the child development indicators (NFHS 4, DHDR 2014, and other relevant data) to understand how nutrition expenditures are targeted.
Process Review of the Bhagyalakshmi (BL) Scheme in Karnataka
CBPS conducted a second-phase study on Bhagyalakshmi (BL) scheme, exploring its functioning, impact, and potential role of Mahila Samakhya in empowering BL clubs. The aim was to improve and redesign the scheme.
Estimating the Multiplier Effect of Tertiary and Social Sector Expenditure in Karnataka
The study aimed to estimate and understand the multiplier effect of public spending in the social sector and the implications of the growth of the tertiary sector for sustained economic growth in Karnataka.
Quality and Systemic Functioning in Secondary Education in India: A Study in Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan
A study by CBPS with the broad objective of understanding the functioning of the secondary school system in India by examining in depth relevant policies and institutions, as well as carrying out a comprehensive analysis in Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh.
A Study of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) in Karnataka
This study looked to analyse the overall implementation of the PMFBY scheme in Karnataka across its various stages as well as assess the implications of the scheme on paper. The project also looked to understand how farmers interacted with the scheme across Karnataka’s districts.