National Sample Survey Office

Recently, the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) in association with S. K. Somaiya College in Mumbai celebrated the 17th Statistics Day.

Background:

This year, the theme selected for Statistics Day, 2023 is ‘Alignment of State Indicator Framework with National Indicator Framework for Monitoring Sustainable Development Goals’.

National Statistics Day: it is celebrated on 29th June every year on the birth anniversary of Prof. Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis.

Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis: He is considered the father of modern statistics in India. He
He founded the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) and shaped the Planning Commission.

About National Sample Survey Office (NSSO):

Established: 1950.
The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) is now merged with the Central Statistical Office to form the National Statistical Office (NSO) in
- Central Statistical Office: it was responsible for the coordination of statistical activities in the country.
Objective: to conduct large-scale sample surveys throughout India.
Head: by a Director General.
Ministry: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
It was the largest organization in India responsible for conducting periodic socio-economic surveys.

Functions of NSSO:

It is responsible for the conduct of large-scale sample surveys in diverse fields on an all-India basis.
Primarily data are collected through nationwide household surveys on various socio-economic subjects, Annual Survey of Industries (ASI), etc.
It collects data on rural and urban prices.
It plays a significant role in the improvement of crop statistics through supervision of the area enumeration and crop estimation surveys of the State agencies.
It also maintains a frame of urban area units for use in sample surveys in urban areas.

Frequently Asked Questions about the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)

What is the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)?

The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) was an organization established in 1950 in India. Its primary objective was to conduct large-scale sample surveys throughout the country to gather data on various socio-economic subjects.

What is the significance of NSSO’s merger with the Central Statistical Office?

The NSSO was merged with the Central Statistical Office to form the National Statistical Office (NSO). This merger was aimed at better coordinating statistical activities in the country and streamlining the data collection and analysis process.

What is the main responsibility of the NSSO/NSO?

The main responsibility of the NSSO/NSO was to conduct nationwide household surveys and other large-scale sample surveys in diverse fields to collect socio-economic data from different regions of India.

Who is considered the father of modern statistics in India?

Prof. Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis is considered the father of modern statistics in India. He founded the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) and played a significant role in shaping the Planning Commission.

Why is Statistics Day celebrated on 29th June every year?

Statistics Day is celebrated on 29th June every year to honor the birth anniversary of Prof. Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis and to recognize his immense contributions to the field of statistics in India.

What was the theme of Statistics Day in 2023?

The theme selected for Statistics Day in 2023 was ‘Alignment of State Indicator Framework with National Indicator Framework for Monitoring Sustainable Development Goals.’

What are some of the functions of NSSO/NSO?

Some of the functions of NSSO/NSO include conducting large-scale sample surveys on various socio-economic subjects across India, collecting data on rural and urban prices, and supervising the improvement of crop statistics through area enumeration and crop estimation surveys.