Gujarat CM Launches Online Platform for Panchayati Raj Institutions

August 30, 2023
Current Context: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launched a new software called PRAISA (Panchayati Raj Accounting Information System Automation) on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.
Gujarat CM Launches Online Platform for Panchayati Raj institutions
  • This software will make online payment compulsory for Panchayati Raj institutions in the state, ending the practice of cheque payment to contractors and vendors.
  • The software will also make the administration of the state Panchayats Department paperless and more effective as financial and accounting transactions of all the 33 districts and 248 taluka panchayats will be handled through this online platform.
  • The software will also allow real-time monitoring of any panchayat’s transactions at taluka, district and state level, and can be linked with the Gujarat CM Dashboard as well as dashboards of the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS) and Public Financial Management System (PFMS) for the purpose of remote monitoring.
  • The software was launched at a state-level programme of ‘Meri Mati Mera Desh’ in Gandhinagar. The programme aims to promote rural development and empowerment of tribal communities in the state.

Question:

Q.1 What is the name of the software launched by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel?
a. PRABHAT
b. PRAYAS
c. PRAGATI
d. PRAISA

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