Structure and functioning of tribal area development programme (TADP) with special reference to agricultural services

Abstract

Findings of the study reveal that Tribal Area Development Programme is in operation under Tribal Area Development Department since 1964. Agricultural services of the programme were implemented in seven tribal blocks of Udaipur district. For Agricultural services the funds are received from Central sponsored schemes. The programme is for tribal people below poverty line. Principal Secretary is responsible for planning, controlling and directing Tribal Area Development. Commissioner is responsible for tribal development funds and plans based on proposals received from the line departments and other agencies working in tribal areas. The Tribal Area Development Department implements its various programmes through the line departments and Agricultural services in the district are implemented by agriculture department, horticulture department and non-government organizations.