The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has laid down a Statistical Quality Assessment Framework (SQAF) to enhance the National Statistical System by establishing quality parameters and best practices. The SQAF is a comprehensive framework covering all aspects of the statistical system, including coordination, legal support, roles, and institutional arrangements. It...
The National Statistical Office (NSO), under the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, plays a crucial role in disseminating data and metadata through various products like Census data and survey data. The National Metadata Structure (NMDS) provides guidelines for data producers to maintain quality standards and enhance data sharing. Key objectives include promoting consistent...
Administrative data plays an increasingly important role in the governance framework, often viewed as advantageous over alternative data sources. However, users must approach such data with vigilance and prudence, addressing statistical challenges to invigorate public discourse. In official statistics, data availability stems from statistical surveys or administrative processes, with amalgamation...
Metadata is essentially data about data, providing essential information for analyzing and using datasets effectively. It enhances accessibility by summarizing key aspects such as methodology and sampling design, which eliminates the need for users to search through numerous supporting documents. In today’s data-driven world, the abundance of data highlights the importance of standardized...
Statistics Day was observed on June 29th, 2022, with a focus on “Data for Sustainable Development”. The event included the registration of delegates, the arrival of dignitaries, and an inaugural session featuring addresses by key figures, including Shri M.M. Hasija, Director General (C&A), NSO, MoSPI, Dr. G P Samanta, Chief Statistician of India, and Prof. Bimal Kumar Roy...
A minute-to-minute schedule is laid out for Statistics Day, June 29th, 2023. The event focuses on aligning the State Indicator Framework with the National Indicator Framework for monitoring Sustainable Development Goals. The program includes registration, arrival of dignitaries, an inaugural session with addresses from various directors and chairpersons, a message from the Director of the Indian...