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NITI Aayog was established to replace which of the following organizations?
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NITI Aayog
By Priya Sharma · Static GK Expert
50 Questions Indian Economy
This quiz covers the structural, functional, and foundational aspects of NITI Aayog as an important policy think-tank of the Government of India.
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What is the full form of 'NITI' in NITI Aayog?
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Who serves as the Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
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Which among the following is not a pillar of NITI Aayog's approach?
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In which year was the cabinet resolution to form NITI Aayog passed?
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Who appoints the Vice-Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
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Which of the following bodies is a part of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog?
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Which of the following is responsible for providing technical advice to the Centre and States?
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NITI Aayog functions under the administrative control of which ministry?
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Does NITI Aayog have the power to allocate funds to States?
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What is the primary role of the Regional Council in NITI Aayog?
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Who are the 'Ex-officio members' of NITI Aayog?
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The 'Special Invitees' to NITI Aayog are appointed by whom?
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Which of the following indices is NOT published by NITI Aayog?
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What is the primary objective of NITI Aayog’s 'Aspirational Districts Programme'?
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How does NITI Aayog strengthen 'Cooperative Federalism'?
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Which rank among the following is NOT a designated position within the NITI Aayog structure?
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Who holds the rank of a Cabinet Minister in NITI Aayog?
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The CEO of NITI Aayog is appointed by the Prime Minister and holds the rank of:
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Which of the following is true about NITI Aayog compared to the Planning Commission?
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Which specific constitutional or statutory status does NITI Aayog hold?
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The 'Think Tank' function of NITI Aayog primarily focuses on providing which type of inputs to the government?
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Which among the following is the headquarters of NITI Aayog located?
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Which of the following bodies was formed specifically to foster 'Competitive Federalism' among states?
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What is the maximum number of Union Council of Ministers that can be nominated as 'Ex-officio members' in NITI Aayog?
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Who serves as the 'Vice-Chairperson' of NITI Aayog?
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Which of the following is the correct composition of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog?
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Under which principle does NITI Aayog operate to ensure the states are active participants in national development?
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The 'Full-time Organizational Framework' of NITI Aayog consists of which of the following?
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Which document was replaced by NITI Aayog’s 7-year Strategy document?
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How are 'Part-time members' of NITI Aayog selected?
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Which of the following is a core function of the 'Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office' (DMEO) under NITI Aayog?
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The 'NITI' in NITI Aayog stands for National Institution for Transforming India. When was the institution formally inaugurated?
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Which among the following is NOT a mandate of NITI Aayog?
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In the structure of NITI Aayog, the 'Lead Internal Advisory' role is performed by whom?
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The 'Innovation Cell' of NITI Aayog is better known as which of the following?
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Which of the following is true regarding the nature of NITI Aayog's recommendations?
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Who has the authority to convene 'Regional Councils' in NITI Aayog?
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What is the rank of the CEO of NITI Aayog?
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Which of the following is considered a primary departure of NITI Aayog from the Planning Commission?
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Which specific constitutional article, if any, mentions the establishment of NITI Aayog?
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The 'NITI Aayog' follows which model of federalism to ensure active involvement of states?
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Who represents the State Governments in the Governing Council of NITI Aayog?
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Which of the following is the primary document released by NITI Aayog that outlines the long-term vision for the country?
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The 'Atal Innovation Mission' (AIM) functions under the aegis of which organization?
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Which office was merged into NITI Aayog to handle the monitoring and evaluation of government schemes?
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What is the primary function of the 'Full-time Organizational Framework' of NITI Aayog?
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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the 'Bottom-Up' approach adopted by NITI Aayog?
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Who determines the maximum number of 'Part-time members' in NITI Aayog?
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What is the tenure of the Vice-Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
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Important Notes — NITI Aayog
Overview and Historical Context of NITI Aayog
The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) serves as the premier public policy think tank of the Government of India. It was established on January 1, 2015, via a Cabinet Resolution, replacing the 65-year-old Planning Commission.
The paradigm shift from the Planning Commission to NITI Aayog represents a move toward Cooperative Federalism, where the center and states work as equal partners. Unlike its predecessor, NITI Aayog does not possess the power to allocate funds or approve state plans; its primary role is to provide strategic and technical advice to the central and state governments.
Key Organizational Structure
- Chairperson: The Prime Minister of India.
- Governing Council: Comprises the Chief Ministers of all states and Lieutenant Governors of Union Territories.
- Regional Councils: Formed to address specific issues impacting more than one state or region.
- Vice-Chairperson: Appointed by the Prime Minister.
- CEO: Appointed by the Prime Minister for a fixed tenure.
Objectives and Mandate
NITI Aayog acts as the government's "Think Tank," bridging the gap between policy formulation and implementation. Its mandate is aligned with the vision of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" (Together with all, Development for all).
- Fostering Cooperative Federalism: Ensuring structured support initiatives and mechanisms with the states on a continuous basis.
- Bottom-Up Planning: Promoting decentralized planning to ensure that the unique needs of districts and states are reflected in national policy.
- Innovation and Best Practices: Serving as a repository of knowledge and research, helping the government identify and scale up global best practices.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Tracking the progress of various government schemes to ensure efficient implementation and outcome-based results.
Significant Indices and Reports
For competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, and State PCS, it is essential to remember that NITI Aayog releases several flagship reports that track India’s socio-economic progress:
- SDG India Index: Measures progress toward the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
- Composite Water Management Index (CWMI): Ranks states on water conservation efforts.
- Innovation Index: Evaluates the innovation ecosystem of various Indian states.
- School Education Quality Index (SEQI): Assesses the quality of education across states.
- Export Preparedness Index (EPI): Examines the export-readiness of various states and districts.
- Multi-Dimensional Poverty Index (MPI): Based on the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) data to track poverty across health, education, and standard of living.
Important Exam Notes
- Planning Commission vs. NITI Aayog: The Planning Commission used a "Top-Down" approach, while NITI Aayog uses a "Bottom-Up" approach.
- Statutory Status: NITI Aayog is a non-constitutional, non-statutory body.
- Think Tank: It acts as the Government’s "Think Tank" and provides directional and policy inputs.
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