With respect to Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) scheme, consider the following statements.
- Under the scheme, each MP has the choice to suggest to the District Collector for works to the tune of Rs.10 Crores per annum to be taken up in his/her constituency.
- MPLADS funds must be used to create durable assets like physical infrastructure for health, education etc.,
- A specified portion of each MP’s fund must benefit SC/ST populations.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?