Question

Which district has been declared the first E-district in Kerala?

• A. Ernakulam
• B. Thiruvananthapuram
• C. Kottayam
• D. Thrissur

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Ernakulam

• Ernakulam became the first e-district in the state along with it took a big leap towards IT-enabled public service.

• With the project, implemented through the State IT Mission, the public can avail 23 services through Akshaya centres.

• Kerala E-District project intend to provide Government services to citizens through Common Service Centers(CSC) which are easily accessible.

• Services from different departments are brought under one umbrella at any CSC.

• Some of the services are also made available through online portal. It utilizes backend computerization to e-enable the delivery of services and ensures transparency and uniform application of rules.

• The project involves integrated and seamless delivery of services to public by automation, integration and incorporating Business Process Re-Engineering(BPR) where ever required.

• In a nutshell Edistrict is a tailor made program for minimizing effort and time to provide prompt and effective services to the public.