- CSSs are partially funded by the Centre (e.g., 50:50, 70:30, 90:10 ratios).
- They are implemented by State Governments.
- They encourage states to prioritize areas requiring more attention (under State List).
- Funds for CSSs are routed through the Consolidated Funds of the States.
- They provide additional financial resources to states for specific development programs.
- However, states bear a portion of the funding, impacting their own budgets.
- The sub-group of Chief Ministers recommended categorizing CSSs into Core, Core of the Core, and Optional Schemes.