SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 80

The correct answer option is (Option 3): Both I and II.
Explanation:

• In India, the National Statistical Office (NSO)—operating under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)—along with various other departments, publishes several significant reports.
• Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS): This report is published by the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the aegis of MoSPI. Its primary objective is to provide periodic data regarding employment and unemployment indicators (such as the Worker-Population Ratio and Labour Force Participation Rate).
• Monthly Infrastructure Performance Review Report: This report is also issued by the Programme Implementation Wing of MoSPI. It monitors the performance of key infrastructure sectors (such as power, coal, steel, railways, etc.).
• Key Facts about the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI):

This Ministry comprises two main wings:

• Statistics Wing: This is known as the National Statistical Office (NSO). It releases key statistical data such as the CPI (Consumer Price Index), IIP (Index of Industrial Production), and GDP.
• Programme Implementation Wing: This is the branch of the Ministry responsible for monitoring the implementation of major infrastructure projects sponsored by the Central Government, as well as the 'Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme' (MPLADS).

Important Questions for Upcoming Examinations:
Question: When is 'National Statistics Day' observed in India?
Answer: June 29th (on the occasion of Prof. P.C. Mahalanobis's birthday).
Question: Which Ministry manages the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS)?
Answer: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
Question: Who releases the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) in India?
Answer: The National Statistical Office (NSO), MoSPI.